Description
Summary:
Join a farmer-owned co-operative to support agricultural operations by blending fertiliser, operating machinery, and managing customer orders while ensuring smooth and safe operations.
Highlights:
1. Opportunity to contribute to smarter farming for a better New Zealand
2. Engage in diverse tasks from machinery operation to customer service
3. Work in a supportive team environment with career growth opportunities
**If you’re keen to grow your career, there’s no better place to nourish it than here. We’re committed to providing our people with all they need to positively thrive. So, isn’t it time you put your trust in the company that’s been trusted throughout New Zealand for over 40 years?**
***Smarter farming for a better New Zealand*** ***TM***
***Ka pūkekotia a Rongomātāne, ka poho kererū a Aotearoa***
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**About the Company:**
Ravensdown is a farmer owned co-operative within the agricultural sector. We exist to help our farmers optimise soil fertility and productivity to run their businesses in a profitable and sustainable way with a focus on lowering environmental impact. Beyond fertiliser, we provide nutrient management services, technical advice and essential farm inputs delivered how, where and when they are needed by our customers.
**About the Role:**
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join the team at our Nelson Service Centre to help keep our customers happy and our operations running smoothly and safely. From blending bulk fertiliser and operating heavy machinery to processing computerised orders and selling to customers. You represent our company to every customer who visits the site, and your combination of personality and professionalism ensures that any situation will be handled smoothly.
**About You:**
Your previous experience is in operating machinery, customer focoused environmnets, with general store/yard work will make you an ideal candidate. Being able to operate a front-end loader and forklift would be a nice to have however, we can provide the necessary training to see you succeed. You will be competent on a computer, able to confidently navigate our despatch system and efficiently manage orders and stock. Your ability to learn and adapt to our digital processes will ensure smooth operations and contribute to outstanding customer service.
There are seasonal demands which require flexibility in the hours, including Saturday mornings during the peak periods. If you like the idea of an enjoyable career with like-minded people, while contributing to the growth of your local community, this is the perfect place to make it happen.
**Ideal Skills & Experience:**
- Strong Health & Safety focus with a ‘safety-first’ attitude
- Experience in forklift / front-end loader operation desired but not essential
- Reasonable physical fitness and be comfortable working in the yard
- Customer service experience and be an excellent ‘people person’
- Competent using a computer or be capable of picking up Ravensdown’s ordering and stock management system
- The ability to work as a team and follow instructions
**Benefits**
- Excellent benefits package
- Career opportunities in a fantastic cooperative
- Great company culture
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**How to Apply:**
To apply, click 'Apply' to create a profile and submit your CV and cover letter
*Ravensdown is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug* *and alcohol* *test.*