Are you an experienced shepherd or someone with some experience working outdoors looking to start your career in farming? If you’re passionate about farming and eager to take on a varied and rewarding role, we want to hear from you. As a shepherd, you’ll work closely with the stock managers and farm manager, who will support your growth and development. Your key responsibilities will include: * Livestock management and stock work * Tractor work – feeding out and ag work - training provided * General farm maintenance and fencing This sheep and beef farm offers opportunities for good dog work, with diverse hill country terrain. you’ll thrive on variety and enjoy rolling up your sleeves to tackle all aspects of farm life. ABOUT US Pāmu Landcorp Farming Limited is a State-Owned Enterprise with over 110 farms across New Zealand. Our purpose is to lead the delivery of innovative and sustainable agriculture solutions for future generations. THE FARM Edenham Station is a 1,580 ha effective grazing property with a balanced 50/50 mix of sheep and cattle, breeding and finishing stock, plus dairy beef integration, cropping, and production forestry. Set in a stunning rural landscape, the station offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors - from hiking and fishing to hunting. With a school bus at the gate and a strong, welcoming community nearby, it’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying a great lifestyle for you and your family. ABOUT YOU You’re passionate about farming, love working with livestock, and want to be part of a small team that works hard and gets results. You’re practical and always looking for ways to do the job better. You will: * Enjoy working with animals and take their welfare seriously * Ideally have a team of working dogs * Be organised, reliable, and self-motivated in your daily tasks * Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team * Be comfortable keeping accurate records and using farm technology (or keen to learn) * Take a proactive approach to health, safety, and looking after farm assets * Have a valid restricted or full driver licence * It’s a bonus if you are confident operating tractors – and feeding out, but not a must have. At Pāmu, we know diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we encourage applications from people who share our values - even if you don’t tick every box. BENEFITS We care about your wellbeing - that’s why we offer health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching as part of a competitive salary package. You’ll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, along with ongoing training and development to help you thrive. A three-bedroom home is provided. APPLY NOW Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025, and we will be interviewing candidates as we go. If you’ve got any questions, please email Bryn Henderon – Farm Manager: hendersonb@landcorp.co.nz. To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pāmu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.