Summary: Join a family-run arable business in Mid Canterbury as an experienced and self-driven individual, working closely with the owner on agronomic decisions and a diverse range of farm operations. Highlights: 1. Work with the owner on agronomic decisions and actions 2. Engage in diverse farm operations, from cultivation to harvesting 3. Opportunity to work independently within a family-run business Grant Trading Ltd is a family run arable business operated in the Mid Canterbury area. It consists of 4 blocks all within 13 km of Methven with a total of 650ha cropped. All blocks are irrigated with the majority of the blocks irrigated by either pivots or laterals. The operation is run primarily as an intensive arable seed producing system. We grow a diverse range of small seeds and grain. In addition to seed we winter graze diary cows and trade lambs. We are looking for an experienced self driven person to join our team. The successful applicant will work with the owner to ensure agronomic decisions and actions are carried out in a timely manner. An interest in machinery and maintenance is essential. Roles will include but not be limited to: cultivation, seeding, spraying, spreading, harvesting, irrigating and some stock work. The role involves some variable hours especially around harvest we also have some quieter times at other stages of the year. The applicant will need; - A current NZ drivers license with any additional endorsements an advantage. - The ability to work on there own. - Be able to keep written and computer generated notes. - Experience operating machinery. - Good communication skills There is a large four bedroom house available with some recent improvements. Approximately 13 km from Methven. For more information please contact Sam Grant 0273028018 Apply in writing to samgrant230@gmail.com
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
