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As one of the leading agribusiness firms in New Zealand, Perrin Ag is at the forefront of developing innovative and future-focused business solutions for farmers and growers.

Our wide and varied portfolio of work, both behind and beyond the farm gate, means we’re always looking for exceptional people to join our team.

Perrin Ag is committed to investing in the growth and learning of our people. We offer you flexibility and autonomy in your work, knowing you will always have the support you need to make your mark in agriculture.

If you are passionate about agriculture and driven to empower farmers and growers to thrive, we want to hear from you.

Apply for one of the opportunities below by uploading your CV and cover letter and we will be in touch.

Join us and make your mark!

Job Opportunities

Farm Systems Consultants – FULL TIME, Rotorua and Manawatū/Rangitīkei

Our agriculture industry is experiencing unprecedented change, dominated by increased social and environmental awareness. As one of the leading agribusiness firms in the country, Perrin Ag is at the forefront of developing innovative and future-focussed business solutions for farmers and growers.

Our team is dynamic and brings a strong mix of skills and experience to the table. We support each other in our work aspirations, have fun together and thrive in a truly family culture.

We are looking to add several new farm systems consultants to our growing team.  We need those who can create innovative solutions, develop genuine relationships based on trust, and provide sound advice to our clients. 

In these roles, you will focus on working with and coaching individual farmers and their whānau to increase the value and improve the sustainability of their farm businesses.

At the same time, the team-based nature of our firm will provide opportunities for you to be involved in investment analysis, broader sustainability initiatives and project work further along the value chain.

What are we looking for?
  • New Zealand dairy farm expertise to support clients in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions, and/or:
  • Sheep, beef and arable skills and experience to work with our clients in the Manawatū, Rangitīkei and Hawkes Bay regions.
  • Prior experience in delivering professional services in the New Zealand rural sector would be preferable.
  • Outstanding communication skills, excellent farm systems knowledge and good financial literacy.
  • A passion for the people and a drive to empower farmers and growers.
  • A tertiary qualification in agriculture is a pre-requisite.
  • New Zealand citizenship or residency visa

Apply now online or for more information contact our Business Manager Michael Matthews on +64 7 349 1212 or email [email protected]. 

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Senior Sustainability Consultant – FULL TIME ROTORUA

Farm, horticultural and forestry businesses are facing increasing regulatory and market-driven challenges. Demand from these sectors for specialist agribusiness expertise to help them navigate these changes means we are searching for another Senior Consultant to join our specialist Sustainability team. 

This role has a dual focus. You will provide the complementary expertise needed by farmers and growers to ensure their businesses continue to meet consumer and community expectations around environmental performance. You will also work with them to keep the engine rooms of their operations – their soil and water resources – in peak condition.

What are we looking for?
  • A passion for people and a skill for delivering effective but pragmatic environmental sustainability solutions for farmers and growers.
  • A strong understanding of New Zealand farm systems.
  • Comfort in navigating through New Zealand’s regulatory and quality assurance frameworks.
  • An ability to effectively communicate with both farmers and regulators.
  • Experience with some of the key models and tools used in New Zealand to quantify and manage the externalities from agricultural land use.
  • A tertiary qualification in agriculture, resource management or environmental science is a pre-requisite.
  • New Zealand citizenship or residency visa.

Given on-farm sustainability is a dynamic space, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the services and value we offer our customers in this space. This includes both specialist services (e.g. planning and policy development) and those integrated with farm systems advisory, including nutrient management, assessing environmental footprint and optimising water resources.

Apply now online or for more information contact our Business Manager Michael Matthews on +64 7 349 1212 or email [email protected]

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Our Values

Our values underpin our business and drive our success. We live and breathe these values with excellence, expertise, empathy and through the exceptional people on our team.

Perrin Ag - Integrity / Te mana

Integrity / Te mana

We believe in doing what’s right. We take accountability for our actions and strive to protect the mana of others.

Passion / Te ngakau whitawhita - Perrin Ag

Passion / Te ngakau whitawhita

We love what we do and strive to be the best. We get excited about tomorrow and the potential for innovation to breed success.

Perrin Ag - Te mahi tahi ā tīma

Teamwork / Te mahi tahi ā tīma

We are nothing without each other. We respect, value and support the contributions of others. We recognise and celebrate success. while giving and receiving feedback with professionalism and respect.

Perrin Ag - Community / Te mahi ā hāpori

Community / Te mahi ā hāpori

We thrive on the positive impact we can have on others. We take time to volunteer in, give back and empower our local communities.

Join our team

Lee Matheson

Managing Director / Principal Consulant

B.Appl.Sc (Hons), FNZIPIM (Reg)

Lee came to agribusiness consultancy via the unlikely pathway of a suburban Wellington upbringing, an Honours degree in plant science and a six-year career in the financial markets. In his role as the firm’s MD, Lee doesn’t get out on-farm as much as he used to but makes the most of it when he does. While having swapped the paddock for the boardroom, Lee continues to provide advice in the areas of farm business strategy, farm system innovation, corporate governance, investment analysis and economic research.

Outside of Perrin Ag, Lee loves to spend his time coaching rugby, watching his three kids play sport and gardening with his wife Haidee.

“I love the challenge of empowering people in our primary sectors and the excitement of seeing clients achieving their aspirations.  If we can encourage farmers to engage with their consumers, take a more active involvement in their supply chains and view their businesses through a wider lens, then I think our industries have a great future.”