Farm Manager - Riverslea Farm

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• Competitive salary, including health and life insurance
• Supportive and collaborative team

THE OPPORTUNITY

Lead a high-performing team, grow Riverslea farm, and live where most people only dream of visiting — in the heart of Fiordland.

As Farm Manager you’ll take responsibility for the operational and financial performance of the farm, leading a skilled team and working in partnership with your Business Manager to deliver strong, sustainable results.

This role is suited to an experienced leader who thrives on combining strategic thinking with hands‑on execution. You’ll have the scope to influence farm direction, build capability within your team, and contribute to a progressive business committed to innovation, sustainability and excellence in farming.

You’ll be supported to continue developing your leadership and technical skills, with access to training and a strong network across Pāmu, while maintaining the autonomy to make key on‑farm decisions.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Riverslea Farm sits along the scenic Mararoa River, just outside Te Anau — one of New Zealand’s most beautiful places to live and work. Covering 1,117 effective hectares of flat to rolling country, Riverslea winters 11,500 stock units, including 5,000 ewes, 1,300 replacement ewe lambs, and finishes or trades up to 1,200 finishing cattle annually. The farm’s scale and diversity make it an exciting environment to continue developing your farming and leadership skills.

Living here means being part of a supportive local community with world‑class outdoor opportunities — from fishing and hiking to exploring Fiordland National Park, right on your doorstep.

About You

You’ll bring a genuine passion for farming and people — and you’ll thrive in an environment where teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement are valued.

You may already be managing a farm or stepping up from a senior role, ready to take the next step. What matters most is your commitment to good stock management, sound farming systems and building a team culture that supports and grows everyone involved.

You’ll Bring

Benefits

Application & Contact

Applications close Sunday 16 November 2025. We will be reviewing applications as we receive them.

Please contact Business Manager : Jacob Mackie ( or (027) 811‑9933) if you have any questions about this opportunity.

Eligibility and Conditions

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.

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