Stock Manager/General Farm Position

Farmers Weekly; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-bedroom accommodation

Job summary

Farmers Weekly is looking for a Stock Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a 340 ha dry stock farm in Waimiha, New Zealand. The ideal candidate should have experience in rotational grazing, stock management, and a solid background working with sheep and beef. This sole-charge role requires strong organizational and communication skills, plus physical fitness. A two-bedroom accommodation option is available. Interested candidates should email their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience in rotational grazing and pasture management.
• Proven skills in stock management including drenching and weighing.
• Background working with sheep and beef is essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly and manage time independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle the day-to-day running of the farm independently.
• Perform general maintenance tasks like fencing and weed control.
• Work with sheep and cattle as part of farming duties.

Skills

Rotational Grazing and Pasture Management experience

Stock management

Experience with sheep and beef

Good team of working dogs

Strong organisational skills

Crutching and shearing skills

Physically fit

Communication skills

Job description

Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: King Country

Stock Manager/General Farm Position

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working Stockperson to take the reins of our 340 ha dry stock farm in Waimiha. If you enjoy working independently and getting stuck into all aspects of farm life, this is the spot for you.

What the job looks like

You’ll be handling the day-to-day running of the farm—everything from sheep and cattle work to the usual general maintenance like fencing, weed control, feeding out, and crutching. It’s a sole-charge role, so you’ll need to be someone who can manage their own time (with some weekend work in the mix).

What you’ll need

• Rotational Grazing and Pasture Management experience
• Stock management (drenching, weighing stock etc)
• A solid background working with sheep and beef
• A good team of working dogs
• To be physically fit and a straight shooter when it comes to communication.
• Strong organisational skills to keep the place humming.
• Crutching and shearing skills
• Current and full NZ driver

Two Bedroom Accommodation can be provided (More suited to a single person or a couple). Please email a CV with referees to: [e-mail]

To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview.