At Barenbrug our aim is to help New Zealand farmers thrive through supplying pasture and crop seed, coupled with great advice and support, to maximise their on-farm value. We have been leaders in this field for over 30 years, and believe the future of our agricultural industry lies in the increased use and efficiency of home grown feed.

 

We also believe the future depends on good people, which is why we have a big focus on supporting our staff to grow and develop for both their benefit and that of the industry. 

 

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your practical skills while developing your knowledge in an applied field support career. The role is to assist the Research Farm Team Leader with the operation of the Barenbrug research farm, providing support to the company’s research and development, pasture systems and foundation seed programmes. 

The Assistant Research Farm Manager supports the farm users and ensures the farm and facilities are tidy and well maintained, to help Barenbrug achieve its business objective – of being the leading pasture company for farmers. 

 

You will be a key member of the research farm team, as well as develop and maintain strong relationships with members of the plant breeding team, pasture systems team and production team. 

 

About You

You are practical and enjoy working outdoors. You have a passion for plants, an eye for detail and an interest in agriculture and research. You will want to make a positive difference in the New Zealand pastoral industry. You will value the importance of teamwork and strive to assist other team members as much as you can, along with having a real drive for professional work. The ability to achieve a high standard of accuracy in your work is a must for this role. A positive attitude and personal responsibility are also essential. 

 

Key Attributes: 

• Excellent attitude and desire to learn new skills 
• Commitment to continuous improvement 
• Teams focused, with the ability to work effectively and co-operatively with others 
• Committed to quality and timeliness 
• Effective communication skills with the ability to meet deadlines 
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Reliable with a proven track record 
• Current driver licence is a requirement
• Ideally, at least 5 years practical farm or field technician experience

 

Key Benefits:

• A career with a proven primary industry leader 
• Career opportunities
• Personal development programme 
• Working with a small, dedicated team 
• Health / life / income protection insurance 
• Company Kiwisaver contribution
• A land-based role offering great work/life balance

 

Ideal Skills & Experience:

• Strong practical skills with high attention to detail 
• Mechanical skills and experience
• Motivated to have a career in agriculture and an interest in applied research
• Experience in field work, working with crops and animals
• Post secondary qualification 
• High level of integrity
• Team player
• Experience operating tractors, harvesters and various implements
• Experienced with use of agrichemicals, fertilisers and Growsafe certified
• Heavy trade and forklift licence

 

What we will offer you: 

• Barenbrug has a great company culture and invests heavily in training and development opportunities for our employees.
• A dynamic work environment where you will be part of a diverse team of talented specialists, focussed on delivering products and solutions that make a difference on the pastoral farms of New Zealand.
• As part of a global company, we offer global exchange opportunities.
• We will encourage you to balance your work commitments and personal interests, giving you time to continue your involvement in the community, and pursue other outside of work activities.
• We aim to achieve 8am - 4.30pm workdays Monday - Friday, 5 days per week. Due to seasonal demands, we operate flexible working hours, ensuring that staff work an average 40 hours per week over a year.
• We have a strong social conscience. We all spend time assisting with community projects, creating regenerative native blocks, and sharing our agronomic expertise with external groups.
• A competitive remuneration will be offered, together with an excellent benefits package that includes medical, life and income protection insurance.

 

What’s next

You can download a Position description here and a copy of our Pre-employment application form here.

 

To apply by email, please attach your CV, a hand written cover letter and a completed Pre-employment application form and email to 

mail@barenbrug.co.nz  

or post to Barenbrug NZ Ltd, 2547 Old West Coast Road, R.D.1, Christchurch 7671.  Closes 20 September 2024