Job Details

Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: Hawke's Bay

Rural Directions

Farm Manager - AW Parsons Estate

• Located in Wallingford, Central Hawke’s Bay.
• Work in a supportive environment.
• Opportunities to give back to the community through the charitable trust.

WHERE

AW Parsons Estate, administered by the Public Trust, is a sheep and beef farming operation running since 1953 and is a Charitable Trust. Based in Wallingford, 30 minutes south of Waipukurau in Central Hawke’s Bay, this property is approximately 1089ha of medium to steep country.

Recently, there has been change within the farming business with the trust purchasing additional neighbouring land, giving the operation a better opportunity to finish all progeny.

AW Parsons Estate is well established with very good infrastructure including sub-division, tracks, an ongoing tree planting plan and there is also 32ha of pine forest. The farm is currently running top genetics in the cow herd allowing for high fertility and growth.

The current Farm Manager has been in this role for the past 30 years and described what a privilege it has been to work for a Charitable Trust and play a role in giving back to the community. Along with his family, he has enjoyed being a part of such a supportive and welcoming community and he spoke very highly of the support from the Public Trust during his employment.

WHAT

As the Farm Manager for AW Parsons Estate, you will be fully responsible for the implementation and management of farm policies and ongoing annual planning of the farm. This will include full stock management and an understanding of the budget and financial expenditure. You will work closely with the Farm Advisor and Public Trust to set the annual financial budget, discuss projects and Capex spending and to investigate any new opportunities.

You will report monthly to the Public Trust on the performance of the farm. The high-quality base of genetics in the cow herd contributes towards excellent on farm results. A good understanding of genetics and a high level of stockmanship are essential for this role. You will require a capable team of working dogs and enjoy being hands on with the stock.

The farming business uses FarmIQ, Xero and Figured for their recording and reporting, this includes the full range of stock and financial data through to H&S information. It is an expectation that this continues under the new Farm Manager.
There is also a leadership component to this role where you will work closely with the Senior Shepherd and any casual staff, and you will be responsible for managing contractors and suppliers.

To read more about the position and farm layout/business structure please visit – https://bit.ly/3MFsYmB

WHO

Our client is looking for a working Farm Manager with good communication skills, is highly organised and well planned. The below are also key to success in this role:

Capable of managing the financial and physical performance of the farm and achieving set KPI’s.

• Strong project management skills
• Experienced stockperson and a fit for purpose team of 4-5 dogs.
• Keen interest in and a good understanding of genetics.
• Production and profitability focussed.
• Experienced in feed budgeting and pasture management.
• Staff management experience from employing to annual reviews.
• Strong understanding of compliance including H&S, environmental and Farm Assurance.
• Good sense of local community and keenness to be involved.

WHY

• This role offers the opportunity to manage a reasonable sized farm, and also be a part of giving back to the
• community through the Charitable Trust.
• Wallingford is a strong rural community with numerous social and school events close by.
• There is a unique opportunity to take on the management of a high-quality genetic cow herd.
• After proving yourself in this role you will be well considered for any other opportunities within the wider
• Public Trust.
• Porongahau Beach just 20 minutes away.
• Accommodation is a 3-bedroom home, with an open plan kitchen dining area and an office.
• Supportive environment with Farm Advisor and Public Trust input.
• There is some casual work available on farm for your partner and Waipukurau is also 30 minutes away.

TO APPLY OR VIEW THE JOB INFORMATION FORM PLEASE VISIT:

WWW.RURALDIRECTIONS.CO.NZ/JOBS

Applications close Sunday 29th of September 2024

Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.

Date Posted: 2024-09-11