33 farm manager jobs found

Located in Omakere, Central Hawke’s Bay. Involvement in budgeting and financial management. Owners who value family involvement and a positive farm culture. Your Future Workplace Kiloran is an intergenerational, family-owned farming business located between Elsthorpe and Omakere in Central Hawke’s Bay, within easy reach of Waipawa and Waipukurau. Now under the governance of the next generation, the owners are committed to building on a strong legacy and continuing to develop the business into the future. The 667ha (642ha effective) property is a well-developed rolling to steeper hill country farm, subdivided into approximately 50 paddocks with good infrastructure in place. Ongoing investment has seen recent improvements to fencing, laneways, stock handling facilities, the woolshed and covered yards, and cattle yards, with a continued focus on modernising systems, technology, and pasture and cropping programmes.      Your Role The Farm Manager...

In the Upper Kawhatau Valley, east of Mangaweka, lies a slice of paradise. This is an exciting opportunity for a capable and practical farming leader to step into a key role and help shape the next chapter of this impressive property.   Kohunui is a large-scale farm of just over 809 hectares, with more than 500 hectares of effective grazing, a strong area of fertile, free-draining flats, medium hill country and supporting infrastructure, to finish 1200 – 1300 dairy beef cattle. The farm includes strong access, central cattle yards, load-out yards, silage bunkers, a woolshed, implement shed and two very good homes.   We’re looking for a hands-on Drystock & Dairy Support Manager to lead day-to-day farming operations at Kohunui. This role will suit someone who enjoys being present on farm, takes pride in running an organised and well-presented operation, and can combine practical stockmanship with sound feed planning, seasonal thinking and disciplined execution....

Located in the Hurunui District, one hour north of Christchurch. Sole charge Farm Manager Opportunity – Cashmere Goats & Dairy Grazing. Variety of work across livestock, pasture management, and farm development. Your Future Workplace Located in the Hurunui District, approximately one hour from Christchurch, this 63ha property runs an intensified livestock system with 200–300 cashmere goats and around 50 seasonal Friesian bull calves, alongside on-farm summer feed production of hay and baleage. The property is still being developed, with internal fencing and water infrastructure upgrades planned, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to manage day-to-day operations while contributing to its ongoing improvement.           Your Role As Farm Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of this 63ha property, managing livestock, pasture, and general farm maintenance. This is largely a sole-charge role, with initial handover...

RFFP Ltd are a 3,500-hectare family owned and operated primary industry business located in the Ruapehu Region. The operation comprises two hill-country breeding properties, intensive breeding and finishing farms, a dairy unit, and a commercial market gardening business. Our clients are seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead stock operations across their intensively managed farms on the outskirts of Ohakune. The 990-hectare operation is run as four separate blocks and requires a candidate with proven experience in ewe breeding systems, lamb and cattle finishing, and dairy support. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential for the role. After 11 years of strong and effective management, the retiring farm manager leaves a well-run operation ready for new management to take the lead. The farms are predominantly flat and winters 11,500 SU. Farm policy includes 6,400 Romney breeding ewes with all lamb progeny finished within the pasture-based system. 1,250...

Located in Hawke’s Bay, 20 minutes from Hastings. Work on a modern, large-scale finishing operation with excellent infrastructure. Exposure to the wider Brownrigg Agriculture operations and leadership team.   Your Future Workplace Brownrigg Agriculture is a large-scale, privately owned Hawke’s Bay farming business comprising 8,000ha. The operation combines premium export cropping with intensive lamb and cattle finishing, processing up to 130,000 lambs annually under a strong, people focused “One Business” approach. Poukawa Farm is a 1,150ha mixed finishing operation running 25,000–30,000 lambs alongside bull beef and an Angus breeding herd. A diverse forage and cropping system supports performance across three farm blocks.      Your Role Working closely with the Livestock Leadership Team, the Farm Manager at Poukawa is responsible for implementing farm plans and overseeing day-to-day operations. The role includes team leadership, managing...

Ready to advance your farming career? Join Arohiwi Station to hone your skills, lead, and make valuable contributions to a 1,118 effective-hectare farm. Arohiwi Station is seeking a motivated and open-minded individual to play a key role in a high-performing farming business. You will oversee a team of 2 staff members, handling diverse tasks and responsibilities with opportunities for learning, growth, and contributing to the station's success. About the role In this role, you will support your team's growth and contribute to the success of our business. The responsibilities include: Leading and motivating a team of people. Planning and carrying out the day-to-day operational aspects of the stock and pastoral management. Supporting the Farm Supervisor in planning farming operations. Recording and managing farm data. Driving innovation and improving processes to optimise farm performance. What we are looking for This is your chance to...

An exciting opportunity for someone wanting to grow into a manager’s role, in the sort after location of Cheviot, North Canterbury. Where lifestyle and community are just as strong as the farming. After many valued years of service, a highly respected member of our team is retiring, creating a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated person, to join our sheep and beef farming operation. This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to grow yourself, where your skills, initiative, and leadership will be genuinely valued and developed. About the Farm ‘Iona’ is a well-established sheep and beef operation, with a mix of flat, rolling and hill country. We run 3,200 Romney ewes, 1,000 replacement hogget’s, 185 breeding cattle and the flexibility of store stock, depending on our season. We are focused on productivity, animal welfare, and sustainable land management. The farm is well-resourced, with sound infrastructure, quality stock, and a supportive team...

We are looking for a person to manage the day-to-day running of our 340ha Dry stock Farm located in Waimiha. At present we run 1700 ewes plus replacements and up to 100 heifers The successful applicant will require the following: Grazing management experience Stock management (drenching, weighing stock etc) Effective communication skills Commitment to high standards of quality and safety A small team of working dogs is essential Tractor driving experience Good fencing ability Crutching and shearing skills would be an advantage Weed control Current and full NZ driver's licence YOU WILL ALSO NEED: Strong work ethic, common sense, passion and enthusiasm about all things stock management. A positive attitude is a must and you will need to be able to work on your own unsupervised and also in a team environment.   Competitive renumeration package is available. Two bedroom accommodation can be provided (more suited to...

Rangitikei Limited Partnership is seeking a motivated Stock Manager for Makaraka Station, a large scale 800 hectare beef finishing farm.  Makaraka's current farming system incorporates beef finishing and dairy grazers, and includes the use of Halter collar technology. Makaraka is one of four farm properties owned by Rangitikei Limited Partnership on the fertile Rangitikei river terraces, just south of Hunterville. The farm is split across three river terraces and has a flat (70%) to medium hill (30%) contour with 139 hectares under irrigation, split between three center pivot irrigators. This Stock Manager position presents a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a supportive Farm Manager who encourages growth, and where you will be exposed to all aspects of a well-established farming business. The stock manager will assist the Farm Manager with the day-to-day operations of the property, with a 70:30 split between stock work and tractor/general work, providing variety....

A permanent position is available for a keen and reliable individual on a large-scale sheep and beef operation. Siberia Station is a 3,100ha hill country station situated 35 minutes from Hunterville and 40 minutes from Taihape. Siberia Station runs 15,000 m/a ewes, 4,800 hoggets, 170 cows and up to 1,400 trade steers. The successful applicant will work in conjunction with the farm manager, in a team of five permanent staff members, to carry out the day to day running of the property. Your role: As a general hand, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of a well-maintained sheep and beef farm. Working closely with the Farm Manager in a tight-knit team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring infrastructure remains in top condition. You will need knowledge of conventional fencing and competence in operating tractors and farm machinery. You will assist with livestock management and yard work during busy periods, such as docking, shearing and...

Experienced Shepherd- Te Paenga Station One of our valued team members has recently accepted a Stock Manager position, creating an opportunity for an Experienced Shepherd to join our team. Te Paenga is a breeding station located south of Raetihi on the Parapara Road and is one of the farms within the Ā tihau Whanganui Incorporation. Te Paenga is a 3,500 ha (2530 ha effective) breeding property, with young stock transferred to other farms within the group at weaning. The farm runs 800 Angus cows and 10,500 Romney ewes across a good mix of country that will provide plenty of opportunity for quality dog work. About the Role This position will suit someone with a strong interest in livestock and stockmanship who enjoys working as part of a team in a large-scale farming operation. To be successful in this role you will have: 3+ years experience working as a Shepherd A competent team of working dogs Confident and capable on a horse A strong work ethic and...

We are looking for a motivated Shepherd to join our Puketio Farm. Puketio is part of Brownrigg Agriculture’s 5,500ha livestock platform. The 1,170ha farm finishes lambs, bulls and runs Angus breeding cows on the steeper hill country. The role offers the chance to be part of a small, motivated team of four but have support from the wider business around you offering genuine progression opportunities. Key responsibilities will include: Stock work across lamb, bulls, and breeding cows Shifting and grazing management across varied country Animal health treatments and monitoring performance Supporting pasture and forage management General farm maintenance Reporting to the Farm Manager of Puketio, this hands-on role is suited to someone with a couple of years’ practical farming experience who is confident working both independently and as part of a team. You’ll be supported by a Farm Manager who is committed to helping you continue to grow and develop. Ideally, you...

STOCKPERSON NGARURU FARMING LIMITED   BACKGROUND Ngaruru Farming is a privately-owned, large-scale livestock finishing and cropping business, comprising 1650ha effective, with 65% cultivatable.   It is located west of highway 50 in OngaOnga, Central Hawke’s Bay, 15 mins from Waipukurau and Waipawa and 45 mins from Hastings. The farm produces premium Wagyu cattle, lambs, bulls, deer and cereal crops and via its owners is integrated into the First Light Foods value chain including its restaurants, retailers and consumers in the NZ and US markets. Ngaruru is undertaking a large scale pasture renewal and fencing development programme aimed to lift finishing production to 40,000 stock units and 700ha of cereal and feed cropping.   It is also involved in leading edge research and innovation.   THE ROLE Ngaruru employs an innovative and leading edge team of 10 staff including management, livestock, fencing, landscape and cropping roles, together with...

Mt Erin Station is a 1,200 ha property wintering 7,600 stock units located near Havelock North, Hawkes Bay. The station is predominantly hard hill country with 60 ha of irrigated flats, running 2,600 perendale ewes plus replacements, 250 angus cows plus replacements and 420 trade cattle. The property is undergoing a large amount of development to increase its productive capability.  Mt Erin Station is looking for a shepherd general who will support the manager in the day to day running of the farm. Experience is preferable but we are willing to take on someone who will work hard with less experience. A broad range of work is done on the property and is a good opportunity for someone looking to upskill. The role includes: Stockwork  Repairs and maintenance Shearing and crutching  Weed control  We are looking for someone who is: Hard working, fit and motivated to accomplish day to day tasks Team of dogs under good...

Your next step, with room to grow Verry Farming is a well-established, high-performing drystock business just 10 minutes out of Te Kuiti. With 1,650ha effective and around 16,000 stock units, this is a serious operation where good people make a real difference. You’ll be joining a team that’s proud of what they do, works hard and backs each other. This Senior Shepherd General role sits right in the middle of it. You’ll be working alongside a strong team including a Stock Manager, two other Shepherd Generals and Growing Future Farmer student with plenty of room to take ownership of your work. The farm goals are simple – get stuck in, think ahead and help drive performance across the farm. The system is diverse and keeps things interesting, with a strong breeding base but a clear bend toward finishing. Around 5,800 breeding ewes, 1,800 hoggets, 190 beef cows, 980 bulls and 430 dairy grazers all play a part, with clear policies around finishing, grazing and stock flow....

Owāhanga Station – Aohanga Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role Owāhanga Station comprises of 7,200 hectares (approx. 2,300 effective) of whenua stretching from Akito in southern Hawkes Bay, to Mataikona in the northern Wairarapa. The size and varied terrain of the station offer a challenging and rewarding working environment, where kaitiakitanga and care for both land and stock are central to the way we operate. We are seeking two full‑time Shepherd Generals. These roles will form part of a wider station team and will work closely with the Station Manager to optimise farm productivity. A strong focus will be placed on pasture management and lifting stock performance, general farm work, and supporting ongoing farm infrastructure improvements. The station has clear goals focusing on lifting farm productivity and profitability significantly in the next five years. Due to the scale and nature of the property, we are looking for motivated and capable team members...

Exciting Career Opportunity: Stock Manager Are you ready to take the next step in your farming career?  We are looking for a driven individual looking to grow their management skills on a large-scale high performing property.   The Property Located 10 minutes south of Wairoa, we are a family run business.  This 1400 ha sheep and beef operation runs 14,000 stock units with a focus on excellence.  With a sophisticated forage cropping program in place that prioritizes pasture productivity  and livestock performance.   This station offers ample opportunity for quality horse and dog work. across a great mix of topography, from steep breeding hill country to productive flat finishing land. The Role  This position offers a unique "hands on" leadership experience, perfect for someone who wants to bridge the gap between stock work and farm management.     You will be responsible for the health and performance of...

Head General Position The position of Head General has become available at Puketoro Station on the East Coast, North Island. Background McNeil Farming Ltd is an extensive farming business based north of Gisborne on the East Coast. Puketoro Station, as part of McNeil Farming Ltd, is an 8675ha hill country sheep and beef Station located one hour inland from Tokomaru Bay. We are a progressive operation and are continuously looking at ways to increase production and profitability.   There are 10-12 full time staff on the Station. Job requirements: -          Experienced with a variety of fencing work (Conventional and Electric) -          Experienced with machinery on hill country -          Reliable and Enthusiastic with a high output, positive work ethic -          Works well in both a team environment and independently -          Capable of organising and training other staff members -          Well organised and forward thinking -...

Stock Manager We are seeking a capable and motivated Stock Manager to join a fun team near Middlemarch, Otago. This role suits an experienced stock person looking to grow within a progressive farming business. The role offers the opportunity to merge leading genetics, livestock technologies and capable people to produce products that you can be proud of. This is an opportunity where the Stock Manager can focus on the best parts of sheep and beef farming – caring for and managing livestock and people, whilst building capability in adjacent areas such as business, agronomy and environmental management. The Wandle is 2,500ha running approximately 16,000 stock units. The farm spans from tussock country on the Rock and Pillar Range through to productive river flats along the Taieri River. It is a well-developed and well-maintained property, combining breeding systems (including a sheep stud) with multiple finishing enterprises. The business is forward-thinking, with excellent...