Stock Manager - Intensive Sheep & Beef, Central Hawke’s Bay
We’re looking for an experienced stock manager to run a 565 ha intensive breeding and finishing property at Otane. The farm is one of three sheep, beef and cropping properties in the group, with three full-time staff across the properties who can be called on when required.
We’re a family-run, progressive business that takes pride in our stock, our farms and our team.
The farm
3,500 Romney-cross ewes mated to Suftex and Southdown terminal sires
5,000-15,000 trade lambs finished each year, depending on the season
120 Angus cows plus 40 replacement heifers
Winter and summer forage crops
Good infrastructure and subdivision, with a consistent fertiliser policy and high production as the focus
The role
Day-to-day management of the sheep and cattle: lambing, calving, animal health, drafting and weighing
Finishing and drafting trade lambs to target weights
Pasture and crop feed planning, with grazing management to match
Keeping stock records up to date
General farm maintenance
Reporting to the owner/operator
About you
Proven stock and pasture management experience, including grazing rotations and seasonal feed planning. Lamb finishing experience is a strong advantage.
Tractor experience is preferred
Self-motivated, able to work alone or as part of a team
A team of 3-4 good dogs
A responsible approach to health and safety and machinery
Good communication skills
A current full NZ driver’s licence
What we offer
A competitive remuneration package, based on your skills and experience
A tidy three-bedroom home, 5 km from Otane and 8 km from Waipawa
School bus at the corner of the property
A central farming location, 35 minutes from Hastings and Havelock North
The successful applicant may be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and a criminal background check. Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.