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Sep 13, 2026
Full time
An intermediate/ head shepherd general
$60,000 - $80,000 yearly
Mata downs Omakau, New Zealand
An intermediate/ head shepherd general position has become available on our 700ha property in Omakau. Our farm offers a great working environment, a wide range of jobs, plenty of opportunity to learn new skills and the potential to move into a stock manger roll. This is a full-time position, starting the beginning of October 2026. We are a family owned and operated farm. We farm ewes, finish lambs and beef cattle, graze   young dairy stock and have over 300ha of arable. The property is well maintained with pivot and Kline irrigation, halter, state of the art cattle yards and sheep facilities, near new tractors, side by side, quad bikes and modern implements. Omakau and the surrounding areas offer access to great outdoor activities including lakes, hunting, fishing, four wheel driving, a variety of local sports clubs, biking and walking trails.   The successful applicant will - *   have two working dogs under good command *   have the ability to work...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Wool Handler/Storeperson
$25.00 - $35.00 hourly
W.S. Hickey & Son Ltd 41 Leask Street, Omakau, New Zealand
An unique opportunity exist in our established local company for a Wool Handler/Storeperson. The right person will be: Hard working & reliable Physically fit – able to press, load & fadge wool Have a full drivers’ licence and possibly heavy traffic and/or forklift licence –however we will work with the successful applicant to obtain these if required. Have knowledge/interest in wool and the agriculture sector. We offer: Small, team-like working environment. A chance to experience travelling to remote areas of the wider Central Otago/Southern Lakes area. Competitive pay. Opportunities for career development in the Wool/Agriculture sector. The Woolstore operates Mon-Fri  8am – 5pm, however there is some flexibility in hours and days worked. Please note, to apply for these positions you must be legally entitled to work in NZ. To find out more, please contact us by 2nd October, 5pm.