Division Manager
Three Rivers Contracting is a well-established agricultural contracting and transport business based in Wyndham, Southland. We provide high-quality silage, baleage, cultivation, effluent, transport, and earthmoving services to clients across the region.
We’re looking for a motivated and practical Division Manager to lead our Silage & Baleage team. This is a key leadership role where you will manage day-to-day operations in the division, oversee your team, and ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.You’ll also play an active role in sales and business development, building relationships with clients and helping to grow the division’s workload. For the right person, there’s scope to take on wider operational responsibilities across the business.
What you’ll be doing:- Coordinate daily operations within the silage & baleage division
- Lead, mentor, and delegate tasks to your team
- Take client calls and manage job bookings/enquiries
- Actively assist with sales and business development, building relationships and securing new work
- Schedule and oversee jobs to ensure quality and timeliness
- Support staff development and maintain team productivity
- Help identify improvements in efficiency, safety, and workflow
- Assist the owners in planning for seasonal and long-term business needs
- 5+ years in agricultural contracting – baleage/silage operations
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Confident dealing with clients, quoting jobs, and winning new work
- Organisational ability to manage multiple jobs at once
- Hands-on approach with willingness to pitch in on jobs when needed
- Problem solving skills and sound decision-making under pressure
- Class 4 (or higher) license preferred – WTR endorsement an advantage
- Local knowledge of Southland would be an advantage
- Flexibility to work longer hours during seasonal peaks
- An ownership mindset and a mature, steady presence
- Loyalty, leadership, and the drive to grow with us as part of the Three Rivers team
- Be part of a respected Southland-based team with strong values
- Work with modern gear, a supportive crew, and direct input into how we operate
- Long-term security with opportunities to develop your role further
- Competitive remuneration package based on experience and performance
- A workplace where no two days are the same
If you’re a confident leader with silage and baleage experience who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys working with clients, and has the drive to grow the division, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply: Send your CV and cover letter to careers@trcwyndham.co.nz