Shepherd

Caberfeidh Station Lone Star Farms

Lone Star Farms is seeking a motivated Shepherd to join the team at Caberfeidh Station, a 5,300ha (effective) breeding and finishing operation in the Hakataramea Valley. This high-performing farm winters around 30,000 stock units, peaking at over 40,000su, and includes 720 Angus cows, 14,500 Headwater ewes and replacements, plus a significant trading and finishing enterprise.

Ideally, you will have:

  • 1.5+ years in a shepherd role

  • A proactive approach to health and safety

  • A capable team of well-mannered dogs

  • High-level stockman ship and attention to detail

  • Good communication skill

  • Willingness to learn and grow skillset

  • Strong work ethic

What We Offer:

  • A high-performing team environment

  • On going personal development opportunities with a detailed personal development plan.

  • Opportunities for career progression.

  • A modern (shared) home and work vehicle

  • A safe, drug-free workplace with robust health and safety systems

  • Just 15 minutes from Kurow, you'll be part of a vibrant rural community with schooling, sports clubs, a Young Farmers group, and easy access to hunting, fishing, lakes, and nearby ski fields.

  • Work alongside a management team that backs your growth, your ideas, and your career journey.

Take the next step in your farming journey at Caberfeidh Station – where your skills and team culture drive success.

We offer a comprehensive remuneration package that includes overtime, reflecting the value you bring to the role.

All applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and hold New Zealand residency or a valid NZ work visa.

To learn more, visit http://www.lonestarfarms.co.nz or contact Carey Pawson Edwards, Stock Manager, on 0224116462. Send applications with cover letter to mailto:jobs@lsf.co.nz

You can also apply online via TradeMe.