Job Details

Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: Manawatu

Rural Directions

Shepherd | Ohinewairua Station

• Located in Manawatu in the Moawhango District.
• Fully found role with accommodation, meals while on duty, and internet provided.
• Benefit from having a support network and living within a team environment.

 

WHERE
Ohinewairua Station is a large-scale, well-established 7,500-hectare sheep, beef, and deer farming operation located on the Napier–Taihape Road in the Central North Island. Family-owned by longstanding shareholders, the property features predominantly flat to rolling hill country and enjoys a striking setting adjoining the Waiouru Army Base with the Kaimanawa Ranges close by.

Running approximately 50,000 stock units under a mixed breeding and finishing policy, the station is recognised for its efficient management and strong production focus. The business is supported by extensive, well-maintained infrastructure, including two metalled all-weather farm tracks providing excellent access across the property, robust farming systems, and well-developed cropping and feed plans that underpin performance and sustainability.

WHAT
Ohinewairua Station has a respected 2IC who leads livestock operations and supports the team day to day. As a Shepherd, you’ll join a team of six and be involved in all aspects of stock work including mustering, stock movements, yards, animal health, and hand-piece work. The role suits someone with 1–2 years’ experience, with the opportunity to grow your dog team over time.

You will be working in a larger, well-communicating team while also having the freedom to work independently. Stock work is mainly carried out using quad bikes and side-by-sides, with opportunities to use horses for mustering at times. The position is fully found, offering tidy single accommodation, meals while on duty, internet access, and the support of a structured, professional farming operation.

To read more about the position and farming business please visit – https://bit.ly/3LVFC48

WHO
Our client is seeking a motivated and capable Shepherd who is passionate about quality stock work and keen to be part of a positive, team-focused environment. To thrive in this role, you will bring the following:

• 1–2 years’ practical shepherding experience.
• Strong stockmanship, with the ability to work a team of 2–6 dogs (depending on experience).
• Clear communication skills and a genuine team-first attitude.
• Confidence setting up and using a handpiece.
• A strong commitment to health and safety on farm.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• A current NZ driver’s licence (restricted or full).

WHY

• Competitive salary package, tailored to your skills and experience.
• Fully found position with tidy shared single quarters and three meals per day provided by the Station cook.
• Be part of a large, well-structured station with strong leadership, systems, and team support.
• Enjoy a social, team-based living and working environment with a genuine support network.
• Outstanding lifestyle location with local hunting and fishing, and ski fields only 45 minutes away.
• Modern infrastructure, good access across the station, and varied, rewarding stock work.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a respected, long-established farming operation.

TO APPLY OR VIEW THE JOB INFORMATION FORM PLEASE VISIT:
www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs

Applications close Sunday 15th February 2026

Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.

Date Posted: 2026-01-22