Join PGG Wrightson Real Estate Waikato

Originally from a family dairy farm in Ayrshire, Scotland, Scott moved to New Zealand in 2004, where he initially retrained racehorses. In 2014, he joined PGG Wrightson Real Estate through their scholarship programme and quickly became one of their top lifestyle salespeople nationwide.

“PGG Wrightson is a brand built on honesty, integrity, and old-fashioned values, which resonate with who I am. The company’s breadth across different rural services provides strong support and a solid culture in our office.”

Scott values the freedom to establish his own brand within the company: “Unlike other real estate brands, PGG Wrightson allows you to be who you really are. Each of us runs our own business in our own way, and that diversity gives us real freedom and strength. It feels like a big family.”

After selling his farm in Hawke’s Bay, Martin transitioned into real estate in 1989, moving with his family to Waikato. He owned and managed several successful real estate businesses before taking a break in 2009 to travel, eventually settling in the south of France. In 2013, observing the real estate market's recovery, he returned to New Zealand and joined PGG Wrightson.

“PGG Wrightson’s nationwide network is a huge advantage. When I first joined, the company’s scale and reach were key attractions, and my experience has confirmed that. The core team has remained strong and consistent, which speaks to the stability and direction of the company.”

Martin takes pride in being part of a team that carefully selects the right people to drive the business forward: “It’s really satisfying to see how we bring in individuals who become essential to our growth.”

Since joining Dalgety straight out of school in 1989, Peter has stayed with the company through its evolution into PGG Wrightson, moving from livestock management to real estate in 2005. Today, he’s consistently one of the company’s top performers nationwide.

“PGG Wrightson’s history is deeply rooted in rural New Zealand, and our brand is one every farmer knows. The interaction with our retail and livestock colleagues enhances our networking and strengthens our presence.”

Peter appreciates the focus and collaboration within the company: “Marketing rural property with PGG Wrightson feels like working for a boutique brand—we’re experts at what we do. Our marketing team is up-to-date on print and social media, and the support systems are user-friendly, covering everything from compliance to legislation. This setup reduces stress and lets us concentrate on delivering the best for our clients.”

Trevor Kenny’s detailed knowledge of the rural environment and investment in agriculture means he has strong credibility and justification for the brokering of rural properties throughout the Waikato.

“PGG Wrightson is a nationally recognised brand. Enthusiasm and hard work, along with a strong unified team ethic, enables us to succeed in all aspects of rural and lifestyle real estate needs for our clients.”

Richard transitioned from dairy farming to real estate with PGG Wrightson in 2016, seeking a lifestyle change to spend more time with his family.

“I wanted a career that allowed me to enjoy my children as they grew up. Real estate seemed like a part-time option at first, but it quickly became a full-time commitment. It’s more than just a sales job—it’s about understanding and empathising with the challenges faced by farmers today.”

Richard values the corporate support at PGG Wrightson without the constraints of micromanagement.

“The company provides the support you need while letting you manage your own business. We have the freedom to work within a respected rural brand and be part of a great team.”

Growing up on a large sheep and beef property in King Country and gaining extensive experience in the dairy industry, Tony’s move into rural and lifestyle real estate was a natural progression.

“The known strength of the PGG Wrightson brand is what drew me in. In the agriculture sector, PGG Wrightson is synonymous with integrity, a value I hold close. Now that I’m part of the team, I see that integrity is truly ingrained in the company culture, and I’m proud to be here.”

Tony highlights the support network as crucial to his success: “With PGG Wrightson, you’re never far from expert help—whether it’s marketing, legislation, IT, or training. As a new salesperson, this support has been key to establishing myself in this career.”

With 30 years in the rural industry, Ben's career started with farming in the 1990s in dairy, deer, and bulls before moving through a variety of roles in the agriculture and agriculture support sector, leading him to make the transition into real estate.

“Having been asked by several real estates companies over the years to enter the real estate industry PGG Wrightson felt like the natural fit, with their core values around customer satisfaction aligning with my own and a great team around me the decision to join PGG was instinctive and logical."

A naturally competitive and results-driven person, Ben is drawn to PGG Wrightson’s strong support network and comprehensive resources. “Being a trusted rural brand with genuine nationwide reach backed up with expert local knowledge and marketing power PGG delivers outstanding results for our clients when taking their property to market”

Born and raised in the King Country, Bernadette Murphy is deeply rooted in the local community. Her extensive involvement in school activities and sports teams reflects her commitment to connecting with families and supporting the community.

"Joining the PGG Wrightson Real Estate team was a no-brainer, their professional and personal approach along with their proven local presence and ongoing community involvement and sponsorships."

Bernadette values PGG Wrightson’s strong local presence and support, "Their continued support and valued networks are of great importance and benefit in successfully growing my working relationships."