• Competitive remuneration + benefits
• Flexible working conditions + free parking
• Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

Farmlands is looking for an experienced Property Manager to lead our diverse property portfolio — 100+ sites nationwide, from branches and feed mills to distribution centres and our Christchurch support office.

Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you’ll be both a strategic advisor and a hands-on operator, making sure our sites are safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for the future. You’ll be the go-to for everything property — leases, facilities, compliance, and maintenance — while shaping how our spaces support our people, customers, and communities.

What you'll do:

• Oversee leasing, facilities management, compliance, and maintenance programmes.
• Negotiate leases, renewals, and landlord relationships.
• Lead master planning, capital works, and space planning
• Own operational and capital budgets across the portfolio.
• Handle property damage, repairs, and insurance claims.
• Build  strong partnerships with landlords, providers, and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Mōhou ake | About you

You’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience managing a large, multi-site property portfolio.
• Proven expertise in property/facilities management and lease management
• Strong financial management skills (budgets, opex/capex)
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement experience
• Relevant tertiary qualification (project management, engineering, design, or construction preferred)

You’re a strategic thinker who sees the big picture but isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves. Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be motivated to deliver value for our shareholders.

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

At Farmlands, we look after our people with benefits that support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and growth, including:

• Competitive pay + exclusive staff and shareholder discounts
• Sick leave from Day 1 + a paid day off for your birthday
• Extra support for parents and flexible working options
• Learning at your fingertips with The Greenhouse online library and LinkedIn Learning
• Pet-friendly support office — bring your furry friend to work

Te Tono | How to apply

Apply online today with your CV. Grow your career — and help us grow too — at Farmlands.

Applications Close: 15 September 2025, however we will be considering applications as they are received, so don't delay.

Note: there is an optional video application question which may be completed instead of a cover letter.

Mō matou | About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.