THE OPPORTUNITY As Assistant Production Manager, you’ll be a hands-on leader supporting the Farm Manager in delivering outstanding animal performance, pasture management, and team development. Our farm is equipped with Halter technology, giving you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools that make herd management smarter, safer, and more efficient. You'll help run toolbox meetings, coach and develop team members, assist with financial and business planning, and ensure high standards of farm presentation and compliance. You’ll enjoy working alongside a strong, supportive team where you’ll be trusted to take ownership of key responsibilities, all while developing your leadership skills and farm management capabilities. This role is perfect for someone passionate about farming, who wants to continue building a professional career pathway while enjoying the benefits of an outstanding rural location close to Taupo. THE FARM Pinta Dairy Unit is Pāmu’s largest dairy farm, milking 2,200 dairy cows on 877ha through our 80-bail rotary dairy shed, which has been recently upgraded. The farm also uses Halter technology. This farm has a manager with an open, communicative style – taking care to explain the “why” around decisions so that the team has good context. It’s conveniently located just out of Taupō, with all the recreational activities the region has to offer at your doorstep; hunting, fishing, cycling and more. ABOUT YOU You may already be in a similar role, or you are looking for that next step, regardless, you take pride in excellent animal care, pasture management, and team leadership. You will also bring: * Experience in a senior dairy farming role, or ready to step up into a leadership position, with a good understanding of team management and farm operations * A strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Animal Welfare * Good understanding of grazing management, feed budgeting, and achieving production targets * Self-motivation, strong problem-solving skills, and initiative * Effective communication skills and the ability to lead by example * A current and full New Zealand driver's licence * Experience using Halter is a bonus BENEFITS We offer a competitive salary package, including health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching. You'll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing training and development. This opportunity comes with a warm three-bedroom home. APPLY NOW Applications close midnight Sunday 16 November 2025. we will be interviewing applicants as they apply, so please don't wait. For more information about this role contact Shane Cooper - Farm Manager, on coopers@landcorp.co.nz. To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pāmu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.