Operations Manager | Alexander Farming Genetics Ltd

Farmers Weekly; Matamata; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing development opportunities

Positive work culture

Strong off-farm employment opportunities for partners

Job summary

A family-owned farming business in Waikato seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily farm operations. The role involves managing livestock and pasture, leading staff, maintaining assets, and preparing performance reports. Candidates should have experience in operational management within farming, strong budgeting skills, and effective communication abilities. This position offers a modern work environment and supports career progression within a positive culture, with applicants required to have NZ working rights.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in operational management within farming.
• Proven budgeting and planning skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high work standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day farm operations.
• Manage livestock and pasture.
• Prepare regular production reports.

Skills

Operational management experience

Feed budgeting

Grazing management planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations Manager | Alexander Farming Genetics Ltd

Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: Waikato

Rural Directions

Overview

Alexander Farming Genetics Ltd is a high-performing, family-owned farming business across four properties in the Waikato and Tararua, covering over 1,290 hectares. They run a diversified mixed-enterprise operation, including intensive sheep and cattle breeding and finishing, plus a recorded stud of Facial Eczema Tolerant Romney ewes.

Wintering around 10,000 stock units, the business is expanding, with a newly acquired 180ha block under development for dry‑stock and arable farming. Following a recent strategic restructure, the company now operates under a formal Board with clear governance, positioning it as a professionally run, sustainable, and future-focused farming enterprise.

Your Role

The Operations Manager will lead the Scottdale and Headland blocks, overseeing all day‑to‑day farm operations. Responsibilities include managing livestock and pasture, leading and developing staff, maintaining farm assets, controlling budgets, ensuring compliance, and monitoring performance. The role also involves preparing regular reports on production, animal health, team performance, and assets. A comprehensive induction and ongoing guidance will support long‑term success in this position.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant experience in an operational management role within a farming business.
• Proven feed budgeting; grazing management planning; and daily operational planning skills.
• Analytical, budgeting, and financial literacy skills.
• Strong communication skills, motivated, organised with great time management skills.
• High standard of work, flexibility, and ability.
• Computer literacy, including familiarity with the Internet and Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint applications.
• Well organised and ‘hands on’ involvement with the business.
• A current full driver’s licence at a minimum.
• Gain exposure to top-tier farming systems within a highly intensive business performing in the top 10% of the industry.
• Be part of a modern, well‑connected operation with strong relationships across agents and processors.
• Work in an inclusive environment that actively supports ongoing development, skill‑building, and career progression.
• Join a business where the owners foster a positive work culture and genuinely value their people.
• Enjoy working across well‑developed country (flat to rolling contour), supported by modern technology and efficient systems.
• Benefit from an excellent central Waikato location, offering strong off‑farm employment opportunities for partners.
• Supports family involvement on‑farm during weekends e.g. helping with stock shifts – whilst keeping safe.

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