Shepherd General - Stuart Farm - Gore
The Opportunity**
Are you passionate about farming and keen to develop your skills as part of a supportive and experienced team?
We're looking for a Shepherd General to join us at Stuart Farm, where you'll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of our deer, sheep and beef operations — from stock work and general maintenance to pasture management and feed allocation.You'll play a role in executing a strategy focused on production and profitability, underpinned by sound farming principles like growing dry matter and converting it efficiently through feed budgeting and pasture management.
Working alongside a skilled team who are committed to your growth, this is a great opportunity to build your confidence, broaden your experience, and contribute to a high-performing team.
**The Farm**
Stuart Farm is set in spectacular scenery on the outskirts of Te Anau within easy access to the wonders of Fiordland National Park.
This 3072-ha farm has a mix of country from flat-rolling to medium-steep. The properties system is stud deer breeding alongside commercial breeding/finishing which winters 24,000 stock units annually. Most of the stock born on Stuart Farm is also finished within the boundaries, with some high-quality store stock being supplied out.
What differentiates Stuart from other Pamu properties in Te Anau is our renowned Red Deer Stud. This see’s Stags dispersed across all Pamu deer properties throughout New Zealand.
The position comes with a tidy two-bedroom cottage that’s semi furnished. With easy access to outstanding recreational activities in the bordering Fiordland National Park and a full range of amenities and services in nearby Te Anau.
**About You**
You’re passionate about farming, love working with livestock, and want to be part of a team that works hard and gets results. You’re practical and always looking for ways to do the job better.
You will also:- Enjoy working with animals and take their welfare seriously
- Have 1-2 dogs with the opportunity to grow your team
- 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. Some meat is supplied on farm along with excellent PPE.Farm manager and team willing to support and develop your skills.
**Apply Now**Applications close **Sunday 25th May 2025**. we will be interviewing applicants as they apply.
Please contact Farm Manager – Mark Bolger, Bolgerm@landcorp.co.nz if you have any questions about this opportunity.
**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.**
Pamu 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.