• Located in Hawke’s Bay, 20 minutes from Hastings.
• Work on a modern, large-scale finishing operation with excellent infrastructure.
• Exposure to wider Brownrigg Agriculture operations and opportunities to contribute ideas.

WHERE

Brownrigg Agriculture is a privately owned, large-scale Hawke’s Bay farming business operating across 8,000 hectares, producing premium export crops (squash, onions and maize grain) alongside intensive lamb and cattle finishing. Specialising in winter/spring lamb trading, the business finishes 100–130,000 lambs annually, supported by a flexible bull beef programme and Angus breeding cows. Organised into five farm units, Brownrigg operates under a strong ‘One Business’ model, using shared resources and a centralised support team to drive efficiency, high animal welfare standards and continuous people development through its “Be Better, Every Day” strategy.

With an effective grazing area of 1,150ha, the Poukawa Farm is a 1,150ha mixed farming operation combining lamb and beef finishing with high-value summer cash crops. Spread across three blocks (two adjoining and one nearby), the farm finishes 25,000–30,000 lambs over winter and early spring, alongside a flexible bull beef programme. An Angus breeding cow herd runs year-round, utilising steeper country, while a diverse forage system including lucerne, plantain, brassicas and winter annual grasses underpins livestock performance.      

WHAT

The Farm Manager at Poukawa is responsible for implementing farm plans and overseeing day-to-day operations, working closely with the Livestock Leadership Team. The role includes team leadership, managing stock rotations, pasture management, animal health and welfare, weighing and condition scoring, recording and reporting, health and safety, and general farm maintenance. The Farm Manager leads a team of 2–3 shepherds, supported by a Stock Manager (2IC) and the shared Farm Support Team. A key focus of the role is developing and supporting people under your management and across the wider business.

This position offers strong learning and growth opportunities, including gaining hands-on experience in finishing lambs and bulls, feed management, and understanding the operation of a large-scale farming business. It provides exposure to the structured Livestock Leadership Team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities as the role develops and to contribute new ideas to improve farm performance.

To read more about the position and farm layout please visit – https://bit.ly/3OT3nLc

WHO

Our client is seeking a Farm Manager to lead Poukawa’s operations and drive team performance and farm excellence. The below are also key to success in this role:

• Excellent understanding of the fundamentals of a successful finishing operation.
• Proven performance within a Farm Manager role.
• Strong understanding of feed quality and supply/demand.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to lead a team and a passion for developing staff.
• Interest and ability in utilising technology and modern systems for accurate record keeping and reporting; competence working in spreadsheets and experience with Farmax & FarmIQ would be advantageous.
• Strong forward planning and time management skills.
• High level of stockmanship with a team of 3 - 5 working dogs.
• A full New Zealand Driver’s Licence.

WHY

• Opportunity to work within an inclusive farming environment, where there is the chance to further your skills and progress your knowledge. 
• The Owner’s provide an excellent work culture and value their people.
• A modern farming operation with a close relationship with their agents and processors.
• Located 20 minutes south of Hastings, just off the main road.
• Opportunity to work on a largescale finishing operation, that has established some excellent infrastructure.
• Modern technologies and systems within the business. 
• The mustering on offer will enable you to fine tune your dog skills.
• Accommodation is a four-bedroom, two-living-area home with a heat pump and wood burner, set in a stunning location.
• This role offers the chance to work within Brownrigg Agriculture’s vibrant, community-focused operations while enjoying Hawke’s Bay’s beaches, wineries, and outdoor lifestyle.

HOW

• To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button
• For further information on this role please visit https://bit.ly/3OT3nLc 
• For a confidential chat give the Rural Directions team a call on 06 871 0450

Applications close Sunday 22nd March 2026

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