Shepherd General - Molesworth Station

THE OPPORTUNITY

Fixed-term until end of May

Gain experience and grow your career on New Zealand's largest station

Great opportunity to horseback muster with your dog team

Located between the Kaikoura mountains, the Wairau River, and Hanmer Springs.

Imagine living and working on New Zealand's largest farm – Molesworth Station.

You'll be part of a supportive team that looks out for one another, joining horseback musters and camping out – this is more than just a job; it's a lifestyle and a community.

As a shepherd general, you'll work closely with the farm manager, who'll support your learning, growth, and confidence in all aspects of high-country farming.

In This Role, You'll Have The Opportunity To

Work hands-on with livestock, contributing to day-to-day stock management

Get involved in tractor work – full training provided

Help with general farm maintenance and fencing projects

Join horseback musters alongside your team of dogs

You'll work alongside a friendly, experienced team who value sharing knowledge and supporting each other's success.

Molesworth offers good opportunities for dog work, with diverse hill country terrain.

You'll thrive on variety and enjoy rolling up your sleeves to tackle all aspects of farm life.

This is a fixed-term opportunity until the end of May

THE FARM

Molesworth is an awe-inspiring high-country property spanning 180,787 hectares across the North Canterbury and Marlborough regions.

Nestled between the Kaikoura mountains, the Wairau River, and Hanmer Springs, Molesworth offers a unique blend of heritage, scale, and natural beauty.

Home to around 5,500 Angus beef cattle, the station combines rich farming tradition with progressive and sustainable pastoral practices, all while protecting the land's remarkable biodiversity.

About Us

Pamu – Landcorp Farming Limited is a State-Owned Enterprise with over 110 farms across New Zealand.

Our purpose is to lead the delivery of innovative and sustainable agriculture solutions for future generations.

About You

You're someone who's keen to grow your skills, enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, and doesn't mind a bit of isolation if it means being part of something special.

You're practical, motivated, and always looking for better ways to get the job done.

You'll Bring

Experience working with horses

A reliable, organised, and self-motivated approach to your work

A positive attitude to shared living and teamwork

A proactive mindset around health, safety, and caring for farm assets

A valid restricted or full driver licence

We're proud to have a supportive and inclusive culture at Pamu, and we encourage applications from people who share our values – even if you don't tick every box.

APPLY NOW

Applications close 30 November

• , and we will be interviewing candidates as we go.

For more information or a copy of the position description, please contact Gene Thomas, Farm Manager at

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.

Pamu 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 Pamu and the way that we all work together.

We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder.

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