Hastings Farm Management Job Listings

Machinery General - Edenham Station64741157694082110

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Machinery General - Edenham Station

THE OPPORTUNITY Step into a dynamic role as a Machinery Operator, where your hands-on skills will help drive the success of our farm operations. You’ll operate and maintain a wide range of machinery - including tractors, trucks, bikes, ATVs, hydraulic excavators, and cultivation, spraying, and harvesting equipment. Beyond machinery, you’ll play a key part in fencing and building repairs, water pipe fixes, and general farm maintenance. You’ll be trusted to work independently, flexibly adapting to changing priorities and a variety of tasks, while always keeping safety, animal welfare, and environmental compliance front of mind. As part of our close-knit team, you’ll help maintain the property and assets, ensuring everything runs smoothly and securely. THE FARM Located near Elsthorpe Village. 25 minutes to Waipukarau, and 35 minutes to Havelock North - Edenham Station is a 1,580-ha effective grazing property with a balanced 50/50 mix of sheep and cattle, breeding and finishing stock, plus dairy beef integration, cropping, and production forestry. Set in a stunning rural landscape, the station offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors - from hiking and fishing to hunting. With a school bus at the gate and a strong, welcoming community nearby, it’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying a great lifestyle for you and your family. ABOUT YOU Ready to make a real impact in a hands-on role where every day brings new challenges? If you’re passionate about machinery and farm operations, you’ll thrive here. You’ll bring: * Experience with farm machinery (tractors, trucks, bikes, ATVs, excavators, etc.) * Able to work independently and adapt to changing tasks * Proactive about health, safety, animal welfare, and the environment * Strong communicator with managers, staff, contractors, and suppliers * Accurate with record-keeping and reporting – and enjoy using and learning new systems * Willing to help train and induct new staff * A valid NZ driver’s licence 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. Recently renovated 3-bedroom accommodation provided, or you have the option to drive in/drive out if you prefer. APPLY NOW Applications close Sunday 11 January 2026, and we will be interviewing candidates as we go, so please don’t hesitate to apply. If you’ve got any questions, please email Bryn Henderson – Farm Manager: hendersonb@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.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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KOANUI Farm Manager

Due to expansion of land holdings and with the aim of releasing the farm owners to enable us time to oversee the business we require an experienced and “hands-on” Farm Manager for Koanui Farm. Koanui Farm is 740 ha in the Maraetotara, just 20 minutes from Havelock North. The core business at Koanui Farm is the production of Hereford bulls for breeding with two on-farm bull sales held annually on site. We produce well described performance-recorded Hereford genetics with a worldwide reputation. Koanui Farm has been in the family for over one hundred years. Here we calve down four hundred mixed aged Hereford cows, produce at least two hundred top breeding bulls including key herd sires and mate 1000 ewes producing terminal cross lambs. The successful candidate will primarily conduct the day-to-day running of the Koanui home farm. You will also be required to assist a young manager on our recently purchased Pukekura Station, just 40 minutes’ drive away (20 minutes south of Havelock North down Middle Road). Pukekura Station needs immediate infrastructural development but will calve 250 two-year stud heifers plus run a ewe flock, stud weaners and finishing cattle. The Koanui Farm Manager role is one for an experienced farmer manager. We need someone who demonstrates an energetic passion and interest in cattle breeding, healthy stock, and farming in general. You will report to the Stud managers and Owner/Directors, Chris and Jennifer Chesterman. The role requires a person who: • values a high standard of livestock performance and animal health, • has a high standard of self and work place presentation, • takes exceptional pride in their work, • pays close attention to accurate and detailed recording and careful asset management, • can work towards key production targets and events involving complex organization, • has a proven record of safe and compliant work practices • can work as part of a team which includes passionate people with a wide range of involement. Key responsibilities include: * Cow/calf management; * Pasture management - pasture renewal, fodder cropping, and fodder conservation; * Fertilizer and weed management; * Implementation of the animal health plan; * Livestock feeding and water system maintenance; * Asset management – sheds buildings and plant and equipment; * Farm improvement – fencing, tracks, water and general farm maintenance; * Breeding Bull management and dispatch logistics; * Ewe and lamb management. You will be working within the requirements of the Stud, but will need to take full responsibility for the running of the operation towards key events (Calving, two on-farm bull sales, private bull sales) and production goals. The farm is well developed with functional lane systems. Most day-to day stock work is done on a two-wheeled motorbike so a proven ability to ride a two-wheeler is essential. Located just 20 minutes from Havelock North, Koanui offers lovely 4-bedroom homestead accommodation with ample shedding, plus a school bus at the gate into Havelock North Primary, Intermediate and High Schools. The remuneration package will reflect the energy, farm management skills, and experience of the successful applicant. Our business, Koanui Polled Herefords Ltd, has farms in Hawkes Bay, Manawatu, and Canterbury. Our goal is to grow our registered Hereford breeding herd while farming sustainably and ethically to produce quality livestock; we will continue to finish all surplus stud stock, trade cattle and sheep, and increase our sheep flock. Our farm managers respond to the environmental challenges of farming by working together with the sharing of ideas, expertise and resources across the business. The primary goals are the production of bulls for breeding, the maintenance of a top-quality Hereford herd, the finishing all surplus stock within the business, and the production of quality lambs from a healthy ewe flock. Our business has scope and scale. Across the country our team are part of a dynamic and exciting environment of business growth led by the owners/directors Chris and Jennifer Chesterman who have a stringent eye for detail and pride in their business, combined with a wealth of experience in the industry. If you are interested in being part of the team then please apply by sending your CV and Cover Letter, including contact details for at least three referees (with one for your character), by email to: info@koanuiherefords.co.nz Applications will close January 11, 2025, unless the successful applicant is found earlier.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Shepherd

Situated in Hawkes Bay, under an hour west of Napier. Mangatutu Staton is a 1900ha sheep and beef farm comprising of productive flats to steep hill country, with the main focus being on livestock performance, pasture/crop production, and team culture. We are looking for a shepherd who has the following: - A good attitude, with a drive to learn and develop key skill sets. - At least 2 well broken in dogs. - A strong work ethic and take pride in upholding a high standard. - A positive outlook on modern farming practices and Health & Safety in the workplace. - Experience in a similar job is advantageous but not necessary. What can we offer you? - Decent mustering. - Mentoring and Development in key areas. - Exposure to modern farming practices, including Halter on beef animals. - Hunting & Fishing at the back door. A competitive remuneration package that is based on experience. Accommodation is either a three-bedroom house or quarters, depending on experience.

Napier, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Shepherd General - Paeroa Farm63740596128513113

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Shepherd General - Paeroa Farm

**The Opportunity** Are you passionate about farming and keen to develop your skills as part of a supportive and experienced team? We're looking for a Shepherd General to join us at Paeroa Farm, where you'll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of our sheep, and beef operations — from stock work and general maintenance to pasture management and feed allocation. You'll play a role in executing a strategy focused on production and profitability, underpinned by sound farming principles like growing dry matter and converting it efficiently through feed budgeting and pasture management. Working alongside a skilled team who are committed to your growth, this is a great opportunity to build your confidence, broaden your experience, and contribute to a high-performing team. **The Farm** Paeroa Farm is run in tandem with the neighbouring Te Apiti Farm which means you’ll have the opportunity to work in different locations. Paeroa and Te Apiti Farms (approximately 15 mins from each other), are located in Elsthorpe, 35 minutes from Waipukurau and 45 minutes from Havelock North with the Kairakau Beach and Tukituki River nearby. Paeroa and Te Apiti are sheep and beef breeding and finishing farms. Paeroa carries 6,000 stock units across 620 ha (effective) and Te Apiti is carrying 9,000 stock units across 800 ha (effective). **About You** You’re passionate about farming, love working with livestock, and want to be part of a team that works hard and gets results. You’re practical, carry a positive attitude, and always looking for ways to do the job better. You will: * Enjoy working with animals and take their welfare seriously * Bring 3-5 well trained working dogs * Be organised, reliable, and self-motivated in your daily tasks * Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team * Be comfortable keeping accurate records and using farm technology (or keen to learn) * Take a proactive approach to health, safety, and looking after farm assets * Have a valid restricted or full driver licence **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. A warm, tidy, insulated two – three bedroom cottage is provided. Primary schooling is close by with a bus at the gate. **Apply Now** Applications close **Sunday 28 September 2025.** we will be interviewing applicants as they apply. Please contact Richard Scott: Farm Manager on (027) 218-0545 or scottr@landcorp.co.nz. if you have any questions about this opportunity. **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.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Shepherd General - Edenham Farm64425359796610114

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Shepherd General - Edenham Farm

Are you an experienced shepherd or someone with some experience working outdoors looking to start your career in farming? If you’re passionate about farming and eager to take on a varied and rewarding role, we want to hear from you. As a shepherd, you’ll work closely with the stock managers and farm manager, who will support your growth and development. Your key responsibilities will include: * Livestock management and stock work * Tractor work – feeding out and ag work - training provided * General farm maintenance and fencing This sheep and beef farm offers opportunities for good dog work, with diverse hill country terrain. you’ll thrive on variety and enjoy rolling up your sleeves to tackle all aspects of farm life. ABOUT US Pāmu Landcorp Farming Limited is a State-Owned Enterprise with over 110 farms across New Zealand. Our purpose is to lead the delivery of innovative and sustainable agriculture solutions for future generations. THE FARM Edenham Station is a 1,580 ha effective grazing property with a balanced 50/50 mix of sheep and cattle, breeding and finishing stock, plus dairy beef integration, cropping, and production forestry. Set in a stunning rural landscape, the station offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors - from hiking and fishing to hunting. With a school bus at the gate and a strong, welcoming community nearby, it’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying a great lifestyle for you and your family. ABOUT YOU You’re passionate about farming, love working with livestock, and want to be part of a small team that works hard and gets results. You’re practical and always looking for ways to do the job better. You will: * Enjoy working with animals and take their welfare seriously * Ideally have a team of working dogs * Be organised, reliable, and self-motivated in your daily tasks * Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team * Be comfortable keeping accurate records and using farm technology (or keen to learn) * Take a proactive approach to health, safety, and looking after farm assets * Have a valid restricted or full driver licence * It’s a bonus if you are confident operating tractors – and feeding out, but not a must have. At Pāmu, we know diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we encourage applications from people who share our values - even if you don’t tick every box. BENEFITS We care about your wellbeing - that’s why we offer health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching as part of a competitive salary package. You’ll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, along with ongoing training and development to help you thrive. A three-bedroom home is provided. APPLY NOW Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025, and we will be interviewing candidates as we go. If you’ve got any questions, please email Bryn Henderon – Farm Manager: hendersonb@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.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Fencer / Shepherd General – a new Jim63612614974593115

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Fencer / Shepherd General – a new Jim

Are you our new Jim? Jim was our Fencer / Shepherd General, and we valued what he brought to our team. What we liked about Jim: * He was a skilled fencer but not a fencing snob – he could put together an immaculate new fenceline but he was pragmatic and knew that sometimes stuff just needed to get done. * He worked well on his own, keeping on track with minimal supervision, with a great work ethic. * He worked well with others, supporting our farm operations with a positive outlook and would go with the flow but take ownership of his contribution. * Although he was mostly a fencer, he would step into assisting with livestock duties to the best of his abilities – and he did it without complaint (we reckon he secretly enjoyed the change). What we didn’t like about Jim: * He had to leave. Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based at Poukawa, 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. We farm at scale with a livestock platform of about 5,500ha. Livestock, cropping, post-harvest facilities, exporting produce - our business offers opportunities you would not see elsewhere. We are looking for a new “Jim” – a skilled Fencer / Shepherd General. You would be based in our Farm Support team, working across all of our blocks. While there may be some new fence work, the majority of your time would be spent on replacing or repairing existing fences. We have a mix of conventional and permanent electric fences across our blocks, with subdivision a key driver of farm performance. If you have fencing skills but have not had much exposure to the livestock operations side of things, we can help you develop that skillset. You will be experienced using a tractor-mounted post rammer (we have a Kinghitter rammer on a Case tractor) and know your limits when operating it on hill country. You will take pride in the work you do, and champion safe work behaviours. A bit of banter will come naturally but work is work and you are a professional. In return, we can offer: * Competitive remuneration. * The chance to join a progressive business full of passionate and knowledgeable people. * A high level of autonomy. * A chance to really make a difference in a farming operation. Our main base is located 20 minutes south of Hastings and about 10 minutes north of Waipawa. This close proximity gives opportunities for those with families and singles alike, with a wide ranging of schooling, sports, social, and outdoor pursuits nearby, along with employment opportunities for partners. GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN NOW as we will be conducting rolling interviews as the right candidates apply. To find out more about Brownrigg Agriculture or to apply for the role, head to www.brownrigg.co.nz/employment. To find out more about the job, phone our Livestock Business Manager Erin Hutchinson on 0273 630 528. YOU MUST ALREADY BE IN NEW ZEALAND TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Fixed Term Shepherd / Shepherd General63612245418114116

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Fixed Term Shepherd / Shepherd General

What do you love about farming? We are looking for a grunty shepherd or shepherd general to assist us through our peak spring workload. These fixed term, drive-in roles will be a great way to get your foot in the door. Or maybe you are a casual looking to fill in the winter lull and guaranteed hours through until spring would fit the ticket. You will love the days that go well. The dogs muster like they’re telepathic and the lambs flow like they are just as keen as us to see what they weigh. The bulls load like magic on to the truck. The hill country is lush and green, and the rocket fuel on the flats is pumping. But it’s farming - it won’t be all sunshine, rainbows, and unicorns. There will be days where you wonder if this is the life for you. And that’s why we want people who love farming, who can’t imagine doing anything else. Because you get up the next day, put yesterday behind you, and embrace the chance to do it all over again. You are driven to improve. You are just like us. At Brownrigg Agriculture our livestock business is centred around winter lamb finishing and a flexible bull beef policy, with some Angus breeding cows floating around to take on the tough country. You won’t see any breeding ewes in this job! A mix of hill and easy to flat country means our livestock enterprise is well balanced. Our farming programme relies on high quality feed to drive animal performance, with lucerne, kale, and winter annual grasses providing the high-octane fuel. Our structure focuses on creating opportunities for people to progress in our business. We are committed to helping you develop your career. When you grow, we do too. Whatever your circumstances, you will already have a couple of years’ experience under your belt. For the General role, you will have a couple of huntaways under good control, and for a Shepherd hopefully a team of 4-5 well controlled dogs. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and loves to get stuck in. You will be a good communicator and have a positive, practical approach. To the right candidate, we can offer: • Competitive remuneration • Exposure to innovative farming practices • The chance to join a progressive business full of passionate and knowledgeable people To be successful in this role you will have: • A love of farming! • At least two years sheep and beef farming experience • A passion for finishing systems • A good team of 2-5 working dogs • Strong stockmanship • A commitment to safety Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based at Poukawa, 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. We farm at scale with a wider farming footprint of 10,000ha. Cropping, post-harvest facilities, exporting produce - our business offers opportunities you would not see elsewhere. Our headquarters is at Poukawa, in close proximity to both Hastings and Central Hawke’s Bay. This location gives opportunities for those with families and singles alike, with a wide range of schooling, sports, social and outdoor pursuits nearby, along with employment opportunities for partners. These are “drive-in” roles, but being close to town means there are alternative accommodation options available. Our remuneration package will reflect this. GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN NOW as we are conducting rolling interviews as the right candidates apply. To find out more about Brownrigg Agriculture or to apply for the role, head to www.brownrigg.co.nz/employment. To find out more about the job, phone our Livestock Business Manager Erin Hutchinson on 0273 630 528. YOU MUST ALREADY BE IN NEW ZEALAND TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Seasonal Tractor Drivers – hiring now!63612224832387117

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Seasonal Tractor Drivers – hiring now!

Brownrigg Agriculture is a leading, Hawkes Bay farming business based 20 minutes south of Hastings. We focus on growing quality produce for our local and global customers. Our operations are diverse; we grow, harvest, transport, pack and export a variety of crops including squash, onions and maize and have a vibrant livestock business alongside. We are looking for enthusiastic Tractor Operators to join our cropping operations team for the 2025/26 season, kicking off at the start of September and running right though until harvest finishes in April. The right people will: * Have at least two years’ experience operating tractors and ag equipment preferably in cropping, but other types are welcome to apply * Have a current full Class 1 driver’s licence with a clean driving history * Have a strong work ethic with a practical approach to problem solving * Be mechanically minded * Show initiative * Prioritise their safety and that of their team members * Have the flexibility to work weekends and extended hours due to weather and crop requirements * Have reliable transport What we can offer: * A competitive hourly rate, $26 - $34 per hour dependant on skills and experience * A six-day per week roster with consistent workflow throughout the whole season * Minimum 30 hours per week and 80 hours per fortnight guaranteed * A modern and innovative farm equipment fleet * A supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and develop. * Some shared accommodation available Pre-employment drug screening will be carried out. GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN NOW, we will be conducting rolling interviews as the right candidates apply. Apply by emailing CV’s to jobs@brownrigg.co.nz, or head to our website www.brownrigg.co.nz/employment. For further information, contact Sam Lindstrom on 0272440092 or email sam@brownrigg.co.nz Please note, you must be a New Zealand Resident, have the right to work in New Zealand or be able to obtain a valid NZ Visa.

Hastings, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary