Senior Shepherd - Whenuakite Farm at Pamu Farms of New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Livestock Management, Animal Health Care, Feed Budgeting, General Farm Maintenance, Fencing, Record Keeping, Environmental Compliance, Health And Safety Mindset, Teamwork, Communication, Self-Motivation, Reliability, Organizational Skills, Farm Technology, Animal Welfare, Working Dogs

Industry

Farming

Description

Competitive salary Health and life insurance A mix of accommodation options available Great location, 20 mins from Whitianga, based on the Coromandel Peninsula THE OPPORTUNITY Looking to take that next step in your career - if you’re passionate about farming and want a role where you can grow your skills, contribute to a small and supportive team, and enjoy real variety every day, this could be the perfect next step for you. Your work will be hands-on and varied, including: Livestock/pasture management and animal health care Feed budgeting – working closely with the Farm Manager General farm maintenance and fencing Maintaining records and ensuring environmental compliance This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a practical, outdoor environment and brings a strong health and safety mindset to all they do. THE FARM Nestled just 20 minutes from Whitianga on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, Whenuakite Farm spans 520 effective hectares and operates efficient bull systems (permanent) - without the need for supplementary feeding. This approach reflects our commitment to sustainable, pasture-based farming. Beyond the farm gates, you’ll discover an exceptional lifestyle. The area is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic walking tracks, and a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities, all within easy reach. It’s the perfect setting for those who value both rewarding work and a vibrant, active lifestyle. ABOUT YOU You may already be a senior shepherd, or you might be looking for that next step in your career, either way you’re someone who cares about farming, enjoys working with animals, and wants to be part of a team that supports one another and strives for great results. You will: • Enjoy working with livestock and make animal welfare a priority • Ideally bring a team of working dogs • Be organised, reliable, and self-motivated • Communicate clearly and work well in a team environment • Be comfortable keeping accurate records and using farm technology (or keen to learn) • Take pride in safety, wellbeing, and caring for farm assets • Hold a valid restricted or full driver licence At Pāmu, we value diverse perspectives and welcome applications from people who share our values - even if you don’t meet every single requirement. BENEFITS We offer a competitive salary package, with wellbeing and family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave, health and life insurance benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching. You'll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing training and development. This opportunity comes with a range of accommodation options, with a couple of warm houses available. APPLY NOW Applications close at midnight on Sunday 14 December 2025, we will be speaking with candidates as and when they apply. If you have any questions, please contact Alister Smith, Farm Manager on 027 241 7726 or smitha@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. Our values are core to who we are at Pāmu and the way that we all work together. We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder. To read more, click on this link to see them on our website. To see what it's like to work in our Dairy team, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Dairy Assistant at Pāmu, or to learn about what our Livestock team is all about, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Shepherd at Pāmu. Pāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, and successful applicants will be employed by Landcorp Farming Limited. Farming is what we do, we’ve spent over 130 years getting to know New Zealand farms. We’re the largest, oldest, and most diversified farming company in the country. This is the place to grow, be challenged and innovative while delivering farming excellence.

Responsibilities

The role involves hands-on work in livestock and pasture management, animal health care, and general farm maintenance. You will also be responsible for feed budgeting and ensuring environmental compliance.