Work and live together on a stunning Central North Island station with two exciting roles available.

• Located 50 minutes north-east of Taihape.
• Become an integral part of a close-knit and supportive station team.
• Grow your practical skills within a progressive well-resourced farming business.

Your Future Workplace

At Rimanui Farms, they believe farming improves when people do. They own and operate premier large-scale farms across New Zealand and Australia, spanning sheep, beef, and dairy operations that include some of the country's most iconic properties. Rimanui Farms create environments where people belong, grow, and thrive — driving excellence and building a legacy to be proud of.

Mangaohane Station is one of three Rimanui Farms in the Central North Island, located between the Rangitikei River and Ruahine Forest Park, approximately 50 minutes north-east of Taihape. The 4,840ha property features a mix of flat to rolling, easy hill, and steeper country, carrying over 40,000 stock units through recent winters. The operation is based around 19,000 Romney ewes and 1,200 Angus cows. The station has undergone significant development in recent years, with continued investment in infrastructure, fencing, water systems, cropping, and re-grassing to support the ongoing growth and performance of the farm.  

Your Role

There are two roles currently available at Mangaohane Station; Station Cook & General, which would ideally suit a couple or individuals prepared to share as there is only one house available for accommodation. 

Station Cook Position:

The Station Cook plays a key role in station life at Mangaohane, creating a welcoming environment for staff, contractors, and visitors. Based in the cookhouse, which is the hub of the station, the role involves preparing meals, baking, and catering for the farm team from Monday morning to Friday lunchtime.

Meals are provided for approximately six permanent staff, with numbers increasing during busy periods such as docking, weaning, and shearing, along with occasional weekend catering. The Station Cook works closely with the Station Manager to plan menus, manage groceries and budgets, with quality station-grown meat supplied by the farm.

General Position:

The General role at Mangaohane Station is a varied, hands-on position suited to someone with strong practical skills and enjoys a diverse range of tasks. The role focuses on tractor and machinery operation, including feeding out, loader work, and track maintenance, alongside general repairs and farm upkeep.

Responsibilities include maintaining the station’s water system, fencing repairs, spraying, building and yard maintenance, and servicing equipment. The successful applicant will also have opportunities to assist with stock work during busy periods such as docking, weaning, and shearing.

To read more about the position and skills you will need please visit – https://bit.ly/3QFZnPF

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Enjoy station life and become part of a well-established, supportive farm team within a strong rural community.
• Opportunity for a couple to work and live together in complementary roles on one of New Zealand's iconic farming properties.
• Competitive remuneration packages for both positions.
• Exposure to a large-scale, progressive sheep and beef farming business with high standards and modern farming systems.
• Work within a well-resourced farming operation that is committed to continual improvement and ongoing investment in infrastructure.
• Gain experience across a diverse range of farming activities and develop a broad practical skill set.
• Be part of a business that values its people and encourages personal and professional development.
• Enjoy a unique rural lifestyle in the Central North Island, with access to hunting and fishing on the station.
• Opportunity to become an integral part of the wider Mangaohane and Rimanui farming community.

Hit APPLY, check https://bit.ly/3QFZnPF for more info, or call Rural Directions on 06 871 0450.

Apply early! We will be assessing applications as they are received and may close the position early.

Applications close Sunday 19th July 2026 – unless closed sooner!

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