Stock Manager – Southern Station Wagyu

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Join a high-performing Wagyu business, work with leading genetics and technology, and grow your career in a progressive farming environment.

Located in the Hurunui district, north Canterbury.

Work with premium cattle in a role where no two days are the same.

Develop your skills in a modern Wagyu enterprise with AI, ET & Halter technology.

Your Future Workplace

Southern Station Wagyu is a fully integrated Wagyu beef business that manages the supply chain from genetics to market. The company supplies Wagyu semen and bulls to dairy farmers, purchases the resulting Wagyu-cross calves, and oversees their development through grazing and grain-finishing programs to produce premium beef for domestic and international markets. To support its long-term breeding strategy, Southern Station Wagyu operates a Wagyu stud across three properties in the Hurunui District, utilising leading genetics, artificial insemination, and embryo transfer to drive genetic improvement and ensure consistent, high-performing cattle throughout the production system.

Your Role

Due to continued growth, Southern Station Wagyu is seeking a Stock Manager to join its expanding Wagyu breeding operation in the Hurunui District. This hands-on role will involve managing day-to-day livestock operations, including stock movements, feeding, animal health, performance monitoring, data recording, machinery work, and general farm maintenance. Calving is a key focus from August to October, with involvement in tagging, recording, and DNA testing calves.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and innovative business, gaining exposure to industry-leading breeding technologies including AI, ET, and the Halter livestock management system. With training provided and opportunities to be involved across the wider Wagyu supply chain, the role offers the chance to develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility within a high-performing enterprise.

What You’ll Bring:

·         Good cattle management skills with confidence handling livestock.

·         Competent machinery operator with feeding out and general farm experience.

·         Sound fencing skills, including electric fence maintenance and fault finding.

·         Confident using technology and willing to learn the Halter livestock management system.

·         Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, NAIT, biosecurity, and animal welfare requirements.

·         Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative.

·         Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

·         Physically fit and capable of meeting the demands of a hands-on farming role.

·         Hold a full New Zealand Class 1 driver's licence.

·         Committed to maintaining high workplace Health & Safety standards.

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Why You’ll Love This Job

·         Great support from experienced employers who are committed to mentoring and developing their team.

·         Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as the business grows.

·         Work with world-class Wagyu genetics and advanced breeding technologies.

·         Gain hands-on experience with the Halter livestock management system.

·         Exposure to the wider Wagyu supply chain and premium beef production.

·         Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.

·         Be part of a modern, progressive, and innovative farming business.

·         Join a supportive team with a positive workplace culture.

·         Long-term career progression within a growing business.

·         Variety in your work with a mix of livestock, technology, and farm operations.

·         The region offers an excellent lifestyle, with ski fields just over an hour away and plenty of nearby recreation, including rugby, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking.

Hit APPLY, check https://bit.ly/4vUrtpu for more info, or call Rural Directions on 06 871 0450.

Applications close on Sunday, 2 August 2026, unless the position is filled sooner.

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

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