Job Details

Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: Otago

Employment Relations (HB) Ltd

Tractor Driver, Fencer, Shepherd General | Otago

Our 16,000 SU Otago sheep and beef family farm has recently expanded. We are
wanting a capable person to take responsibility for tractorwork, fencing and some
stock work.

As a part of a team of 4-5 people with individual responsibilities and accountability to a Farm Manager we are looking for:

• A self starter who is able to work as part of a close knit team, but also on their own, to get the job done.
• Tractor work experience on medium hill country – cultivation, mowing, feeding stock, driving posts. New equipment.
• Fencing experience and the ability to deliver an accurate and tidy finished fencing product. Both repairs and new fencing.
• Someone who is happy to do some stock work as part of their role. A small team of dogs would be very useful, particularly yard dogs. Quad bike experience and skill (on hills) critical.
• A good communicator who is used to keeping people informed and contributing as part of a team.
• Someone with permanent rights to work in New Zealand.

As part of this role you will get;

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with your skills and experience
• Accommodation on farm in a very comfortable, double glazed, 2 fireplace and heat pump, four bedroom house.
• Benefits such as access to meat for both the house and the dog team, contribution to internet, ability to run some stock for personal use.
• Relocation support.

The location is near Lawrence. School bus to three primary schools and two secondary schools at the gate. Dunedin is 50 minutes away on tar sealed roads.

The wider community has a full range of sports clubs and services in close proximity,
including the Clutha Gold cycle trail. Job opportunities in the district exist for a partner wishing to work.

Based in a vibrant rural community in the heart of Otago, this position offers the
chance to enjoy an outstanding lifestyle alongside meaningful work.

Keen to find out more? Email David McLeod jobs@erhb.kiwi for more detail.

Date Posted: 2026-01-22