Graduate Farm Role

An exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career farmer to develop their skills and build a future in the agricultural industry.

Are you passionate about farming and looking for an opportunity to turn your knowledge and enthusiasm into a successful farming career?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious individual to join our farming business in a unique development role, working alongside an experienced farmer and agricultural leader, and gaining exposure to multiple farms and a diverse range of agricultural operations.

I am currently responsible for overseeing multiple farming operations across a range of agricultural enterprises. As the business continues to grow and develop, I am looking for someone to work alongside me, providing additional operational support and helping coordinate the day-to-day requirements across the farming business.

This is an opportunity to be involved in a much bigger picture than a traditional farm position. You will gain practical farming experience while developing an understanding of farm management, people, business performance and the operational challenges of running multiple farming operations.

The role will be based in the Waikato, however there may be a requirement to travel to the South Island from time to time.

The Opportunity

You will work closely with me, gaining hands-on experience and exposure across multiple farming operations and properties.

Our farming business operates a diverse range of agricultural enterprises, providing the opportunity to gain experience across:

● Cow dairy farming – modern dairy operations, livestock performance, pasture management and milk production.

● Dairy sheep farming – milking operations, flock management, animal health and production.

● Sheep and beef farming – livestock management, breeding, finishing and general farm operations.

An important part of the position will be providing operational support across all farms. This will include regular farm visits, working alongside farm managers and staff, following up on operational priorities, assisting with projects and helping ensure important jobs and objectives are being achieved.

The role will provide opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience across:

● Day-to-day farm operations and management.

● Livestock management, animal health and performance.

● Pasture management, feed planning and farm production.

● Farm financial management, budgeting and business performance.

● Staff management, leadership and health and safety.

● Farm development, infrastructure and capital investment.

● Planning, decision-making and identifying opportunities to improve farm performance.

You will be involved in both the practical and business sides of farming, learning how good farming decisions translate into improved production, profitability and long-term business performance.

Who We Are Looking For

We are interested in someone who is keen to build a long-term career in agriculture.

You might be:

● A recent agricultural or farm management graduate.

● Someone who has completed a tertiary qualification and is looking for practical industry experience.

● An early-career farmer with one or two years’ experience looking for the next step.

● Someone with a genuine interest in livestock, farm management and agricultural business.

More importantly, you will have:

● A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

● Strong work ethic and initiative.

● Good communication and people skills.

● An interest in understanding the business side of farming.

● The confidence to ask questions, contribute ideas and take responsibility.

● Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

● A full driver’s licence.

What We Offer

● The opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced farmer and agricultural leader.

● Exposure to multiple farms and different agricultural enterprises.

● Experience across cow dairy, dairy sheep, sheep and beef farming.

● A combination of practical farming experience and business development.

● Increasing responsibility as your knowledge and confidence grow.

● Mentoring and guidance from experienced people.

● A genuine opportunity to develop towards a future farm management or leadership position.

The Bigger Picture

We see this as an investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders.

We are not necessarily looking for someone who knows everything. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, curiosity and ambition to learn.

If you have a genuine interest in farming, enjoy being challenged and want to build a career that could take you into farm management and beyond, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply in writing to [email protected], include a CV and description about yourself.

This position is only available to New Zealand based applicants.