Fortuna Group Farm Manager - Rent A Bull

Lumsden, Southland

Description

Rent A Bull Farm Manager Mid Dome Station home of Rent A Bull and Ezymate Lumsden Lead a diverse sheep, beef and bull leasing operation with the opportunity to take ownership, drive performance and make your mark. About Fortuna Group: Fortuna Group is one of Southland's leading farming businesses, operating 24 dairy farms, six support blocks and a diverse range of farming operations. Guided by our purpose, Creating Opportunities Through Dairy, we are committed to building a successful, sustainable farming business where our people thrive. With a strong focus on people, performance and continuous improvement, we are working towards our vision of becoming New Zealand's best intergenerational dairy farming business. Yes we are a corporate but we like to think that we maintain the family values that this company was built upon About Rent A Bull: Located approximately 95km north of Invercargill on the Queenstown/ Invercargill State highway in Northern Southland, Rent A Bull is a well-established sheep, beef and Bull leasing farm and home to Ezymate, Fortuna Group's bull leasing operation. Spanning 316 hectares of paddock area and 700 hectares of hill country, the farm leases out approximately 1,000 bulls annually alongside running 1,700 ewes and other supporting cattle.. This diverse operation offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Farm Manager to lead a key part of Fortuna Group's wider farming business. About the role: We are looking for a motivated, capable and hands-on Farm Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of Rent A Bull. This is a varied role requiring strong livestock management, forward planning and practical leadership. You will take ownership of farm performance, ensuring the operation runs efficiently, safely and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include: • Lead the day-to-day management of the sheep, beef and Bull leasing operation • Oversee bull management, grazing, livestock movements and leasing requirements • Manage animal health, welfare and livestock performance • Plan and manage feed, pasture and seasonal farming activities • Lead and support farm staff and coordinate contractors • Oversee farm maintenance, machinery and infrastructure • Manage farm budgets, operational costs and performance targets • Maintain high standards of health and safety across the operation About you: We are looking for a practical, organised and solutions-focused leader who takes pride in running a successful farming operation. You will bring: • Proven sheep and beef farming experience, ideally in a management role. • Strong livestock management and animal husbandry skills. • Sound knowledge of pasture management, feed planning and seasonal farming systems. • Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. • Confidence operating machinery and maintaining farm infrastructure. • A strong commitment to health and safety. • A proactive attitude, sound decision-making and the ability to work independently. Most importantly, you will be someone who leads by example, enjoys being hands-on and is motivated to continually improve farm performance. Why join Fortuna Group? At Fortuna, we believe our people are key to our success. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where individuals can develop, contribute and build rewarding careers. What we offer: • The opportunity to lead an established and diverse sheep and beef operation • A hands-on management role with genuine responsibility and autonomy • Support from an experienced wider farming and leadership team • Opportunities for professional development and career progression • A business focused on its people, safety and continuous improvement • The opportunity to contribute to the long-term success of Fortuna Group

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