Summary: Join our Gisborne Farm as a Junior Agronomist, supporting crop health, daily farm operations, and ensuring quality produce while working outdoors in a collaborative team. Highlights: 1. Work outdoors with variety, growing quality produce for families 2. Support crop health, operations, and infrastructure maintenance 3. Be part of a team valuing innovation, collaboration, and improvement JOB OUTLINE We’re looking for a hands-on, motivated Junior Agronomist to join our team at our Gisborne Farm. This full-time role is perfect for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives on variety, and wants to be part of a business that’s passionate about growing fresh, quality produce for Kiwi families. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Junior Agronomist, you’ll be right where the action is—supporting crop health and agronomy, overseeing daily farm operations, and helping ensure our produce is grown to the highest standard. You’ll work closely with a Production Manager and wider farm team, contributing to everything from planting and irrigation to harvesting and infrastructure maintenance. Key responsibilities include: * Monitoring crop health and implementing protection and irrigation plans * Operating machinery and supporting groundwork, planting, and harvesting * Supporting staff scheduling, onboarding, and training * Ensuring environmental compliance and responsible resource use * Maintaining accurate records and upholding health & safety standards * Communicating effectively across teams and business units No two days are the same, and you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. ABOUT YOU You’re a practical, reliable team player who enjoys working outdoors and isn’t afraid to get stuck in. You bring strong communication and leadership skills, and you’re confident making decisions and solving problems on the go. We’re looking for someone with: * An agricultural degree or similar * Experience in farming practices and crop management * Environmental compliance experience or knowledge * Knowledge of irrigation systems and farm machinery * Great time management and record-keeping skills * A safety-first mindset and a commitment to doing things right * Physical stamina and consistency for hands-on work * A full NZ driver’s licence It’s a bonus if you’re tech-savvy and have a continuous improvement mindset. The successful applicant must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and pass a pre-employmnet drug test.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
