Stockman: Intensive Farm Ops & Livestock Care

Farmers Weekly; Raglan; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local farming business located near Raglan is seeking a Stockman to support day-to-day operations on a 1300 ha coastal cattle fattening farm. Responsibilities include grazing management, animal health monitoring, and operating various farm machinery. The role requires physical fitness, the ability to work with dogs, and some prior experience is an advantage. A farmhouse is available as part of the position. Email applications to the provided email with a cover letter outlining experience.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and self-motivated.
• At least some prior experience is an advantage.
• Must have a full driver's licence and eventually a gun licence.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the day-to-day running of a cattle farm.
• Manage grazing and maintain water systems.
• Perform yard work including loading and unloading trucks.

Skills

Grazing management

Weed control

Fencing skills

Animal health monitoring

Motorbike and tractor operation

Ability to work with dogs

Tools

Tractors

Chainsaws

Side-by-side vehicles

Job description

A local farming business located near Raglan is seeking a Stockman to support day-to-day operations on a 1300 ha coastal cattle fattening farm. Responsibilities include grazing management, animal health monitoring, and operating various farm machinery. The role requires physical fitness, the ability to work with dogs, and some prior experience is an advantage. A farmhouse is available as part of the position. Email applications to the provided email with a cover letter outlining experience.