R&D Project Manager

About Gallagher \& eShepherd

At Gallagher, our purpose is simple: Protect what matters most - and we live it every day. From securing high-risk environments to transforming agriculture, our technology is trusted in over 160 countries.

Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Hamilton, Gallagher is a privately-owned tech company with over 1,300 people worldwide. Within our Animal Management business, we’re passionate about making farm life easier and more profitable, while driving positive change in environmental and animal welfare outcomes.

eShepherd is our bold, tech-forward agritech start-up revolutionising livestock management. We’re office-first, progress-over-perfection, and we get things done. Our team knows tech, gets hands dirty, and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building the future of farming - one smart solution at a time.

The Opportunity

As an R\&D Project Manager in the eShepherd team, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative features and next-gen products. You’ll coordinate R\&D activities, validate designs, and support production readiness - from plastics tooling and trials to quality approvals.

You’ll work closely with product development, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth implementation of new products and modifications. Your proactive approach will help identify risks early, align stakeholders, and drive project success.

The Fit

You’re a hands-on engineer with a passion for innovation and a knack for coordination. You thrive in cross-functional environments and bring a customer-centric mindset to everything you do.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

Tertiary qualification in Electronics or Mechanical Engineering (or related)

3+ years of project management and/or manufacturing experience

Experience with NPI, validation (DV/PV), tooling, and production readiness

Strong facilitation, communication, and time management skills

High computer literacy; familiarity with MS Project, SAP, Microsoft 365, Lotus Notes a plus

A growth mindset and collaborative spirit

Integrity and relationship-building skills

We’re office-first - so you’ll be part of a vibrant, in-person team culture.

Why Gallagher?

At Gallagher, we foster a supportive and family-friendly work environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. We offer:

Free parking, subsidised on-site café, and great eateries nearby

Life \& Disability Insurance

Boost App membership and staff discounts across NZ

Team building events, inspiring guest speakers, and plenty of fun along the way

Department

Animal Management

Role

Research \& Development

Locations

Hamilton, New Zealand

Closing Date:

01 December, 2025

CONTACT

Elysia Koretz

Talent Acquisition Advisor