Wairoa Farm Management Job Listings

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Shepherd General - Panekiri Station

**The Opportunity** Are you a shepherd or shepherd general looking for an opportunity to join the team on one of the north Islands largest Sheep and Beef Stations. 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 * Some tractor 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. **The Farm** Panekiri is one of Pāmu’s largest farming operations, positioned next to Te Urewera National Park, just 40 kilometres northwest of Wairoa. The station spans 8,982 hectares, including 5,200 hectares of effective rolling hill country, wintering 50,000 stock units. The station offers outstanding recreational activities including hunting, hiking and fishing, with a school bus at the farm gate and a strong local community. **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 3-6 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 **Benefits** We offer a competitive salary package, including health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching. You'll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing training and development. A three-bedroom home is provided. **Apply Now** Applications close at midnight on **Sunday 03 August 2025,** and we will be interviewing candidates as we go. If you’ve got any questions, please email Bart Cheetham – Business Manager: cheethamb@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. Grow your career on one of New Zealand’s largest pastoral farms - Just 40 kilometres northwest of Wairoa

Wairoa, New Zealand

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