About Jim’s Fencing
Set up over twenty years ago, Jim’s Fencing has become the leading fencing organisation in Australia. We are proud to be in New Zealand now too, growing our local presence.
With a proven track record for expert advice, a diverse range of quality products, and superior workmanship designed to stand the test of time.
About The Jim’s Group
In 1982, with only $24 of capital, Jim Penman launched Jim’s Mowing – the very first step in his journey to becoming a household name. Initially, the company started as a part-time business, but quickly grew to become one of New Zealand’s most iconic franchise groups.
Jim’s Group has since expanded internationally, with franchisees now operating in New Zealand, Canada and the United Kingdom.
In 1989, after shifting Jim’s Mowing to a franchise model, the number of divisions under the Jim’s Group umbrella began to grow. More than 50 divisions are now delivering the highest standard of service across many other industries, from home and garden care to bookkeeping and insurance.
No matter the division, the Jim’s name stands for those same promises we make to all our customers: high quality, outstanding workmanship, and that ‘small business’ customer service.
After more than 28 years helping New Zealanders with their everyday problems, Jim’s group franchisees continue to deliver the Jim’s Group Work Guarantee.
No Other Success
How a Lawn-Mowing Business Transformed Thousands of Lives
What started with a $24 investment and a battered mower grew into one of the largest franchise systems in the Southern Hemisphere. In No Other Success, Jim Penman—founder and CEO of Jim’s Group—shares the remarkable journey from mowing lawns in suburban Melbourne to leading a network of more than 5,700 franchisees across 40+ industries. This is not just a business story. It’s a story about second chances, family, resilience, and the belief that true success cannot be measured by money alone.
From near-bankruptcy and personal struggles to building a business model that prioritises people before profit, Jim reveals the messy, unpolished, and deeply human story behind the iconic Jim’s logo. Packed with real-life lessons, candid reflections, and stories from franchisees whose lives were changed, No Other Success is both a business memoir and an inspiring guide for anyone chasing freedom, purpose, and the chance to build something lasting.
All copies come signed by Jim himself!
Jim’s Fencing
Jim’s Fencing is one of the many arms of the Jim’s Group, New Zealand’s go-to solution for all your household services.
Wherever you are, chances are there’s a Jim’s Fencing expert near you, ready to help with all your fencing needs.
Over the years, Jim’s Fencing has become a household name, appearing in many popular TV programs such as “Burke’s Backyard”, “DIY Rescue”, and “Domestic Blitz”, just to name a few.
We love to demonstrate our commitment to helping New Zealanders with their fencing problems, a philosophy that all our franchisees adopt when they join the Jim’s family.
At Jim’s Fencing, we do more than just build fences—we create reliable, high-quality fencing solutions tailored to your needs. Every installation is completed with precision and care, ensuring durability and style.
But our expertise goes beyond installation. Your local Jim’s Fencing franchisee offers a full range of services, including professional fencing advice, safety inspections, repairs, and assistance with insurers, councils, and housing estates.
After all, it’s not just any fence—it’s your fence. We understand its importance, which is why you should only trust experienced professionals to get the job done right.
Whether you need a boundary fence, an automatic gate, a noise-reduction solution, or a stylish feature fence for your home or garden, our team delivers exceptional results. As industry leaders in New Zealand, we are committed to exceeding customer expectations every time.
The Jim’s Fencing Mission
The Jim’s Fencing team will act with the highest level of professionalism, being pro-active, proud and passionate of our group, and providing the best customer service and workmanship in fencing services throughout New Zealand and Australia.
We aim to satisfy our customers beyond their expectations, with all of their interactions with Jim’s Fencing.
We are professional fencing contractors, standing apart from the average tradesperson.
We pride ourselves on EXCEPTIONAL customer service, EXPERT advice and the HIGHEST STANDARD of fencing.
What makes us different?
There are a few key things that set us apart from our competitors, big and small:
Jim’s stands for excellence
The Jim’s Group has been the go-to for New Zealanders for over 28 years, and from the very beginning, the Jim’s name has been synonymous with an outstanding customer experience.
When you work with Jim’s Fencing, you know you’re getting 100% reliable quality and workmanship. Every time you call us, you can feel confident the job will be done right – whether you’re a long-time customer or you’re talking to Jim’s for the first time.
A Jim’s Fencing solution is durable, great value for money, uses the best materials in the industry and most importantly, is always properly installed.
Industry-leading training & security
Our franchisees and their capable teams undergo extensive hands-on training, and we have the highest standards for every member of the Jim’s Fencing family. Each franchisee undergoes a police check and has full public liability insurance, so you feel as secure as possible when we visit your home.
And to top it off, we have one simple rule: the person who quotes the job does the job. We’ll never pass on the job to a dodgy contractor, so you can put your trust in our capable team.
Local experts with big business backing
Each Jim’s franchisee is a small business owner; when you choose Jim’s, you support a hardworking local business and their families. These local experts are best equipped to understand your needs and what options really work best in your region.
But small and local doesn’t mean a lower quality of work. Each highly trained franchisee delivers maximum quality and attention to detail, and on every job, they are backed by the full force of the Jim’s Group.
This means our Jim’s Fencing teams have the resources they need to provide you with flawless work.
You’ll be receiving the highest quality work from local professionals in your community.
