Assistant Farm Manager

Our Story

At Tegel Foods Ltd, we’re proud to be one of New Zealand’s most trusted and iconic food brands. With a long-standing commitment to quality, we produce a wide range of Halal chicken products—delivered fresh across the country every single day. Our purpose is simple yet powerful: helping Kiwi families eat well, every day.

Are you someone who takes pride in delivering high standards, enjoys making an impact, and thrives in a fast-paced environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

We have exciting opportunities available within our Livestock Team for Assistant Farm Managers on our broiler farms, including both a 6-month fixed-term role and a permanent position. Please let us know in your application whether you would like to be considered for both opportunities or just one.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Farm Manager and step into full accountability in their absence—ensuring the farm operates efficiently, safely, and to Tegel’s high standards. You’ll balance hands-on animal husbandry with strategic planning and operational oversight, playing a key role in producing high-quality flocks in a cost-effective way.

This role is perfect for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoys solving challenges on the ground.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but you can expect to:

• Oversee daily livestock husbandry and animal welfare
• Foster a positive team culture, including training and performance support
• Step up as Farm Manager relief when required
• Ensure health & safety compliance, proactively managing risks
• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs to keep operations running smoothly
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support problem-solving projects

What you'll bring

We’re looking for someone with the right mindset and practical experience:

• Experience in livestock management (broiler or breeder operations preferred)
• A genuine passion for and commitment to animal welfare
• Strong communication, numeracy, and decision-making skills
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends
• Hands-on, physically capable, and mechanically minded
• A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset

What's in it for you?

At Tegel, we invest in our people and their future:

• Career development and growth opportunities
• Staff sales benefits
• KiwiSaver contributions up to 4%

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your career, make a real difference, and be part of a supportive and high-performing team - this is it.

Don’t wait—applications will close once we find the right person. Apply online today and start your journey with Tegel!