Dairy Production Manager - Ruapehu Dairy

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Dairy Production Manager (2IC), you’ll be a hands‑on leader supporting the Farm Manager in delivering outstanding animal performance, pasture management, and team development.

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.

THE FARM

Ruapehu Dairy is a 262‑ha organics property that milks 580 cows through a 60‑bail rotary.

One of seven neighbouring farms within Moutoa Dairy Complex in Foxton. It’s close to the Manawatu River and has fabulous access to recreational activities.

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

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 four‑bedroom home, with office.

APPLY NOW

Applications close Monday 27 October 2025 . We will be interviewing applicants as they apply, so please don’t wait.

For more information about this role contact Mitch Furlani – Farm Manager, on

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.

Our values are core to who we are at Pāmu and the way that we all work together. They are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder‑to‑Shoulder.

Pāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, and successful applicants will be employed by Landcorp Farming Limited.

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