
Everyday our experienced team of 1,700+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety.
We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from.
We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
We have 14 summer jobs available for people eager to work outdoors on farms assessing plant crops from 9 November 2026 until 16 January 2027.
You will complete field inspections of seed crops prior to harvest, to ensure they meet NZ Seed Certification Scheme requirements.
The roles will be based in Ashburton, Timaru, Lincoln and Christchurch.
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Helping Aotearoa shape a better food world - Join us today!

As Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, we work with care and passion to support Aotearoa’s primary industry and food producers. Working closely with our partners, at every point of their supply chains, sharing the knowledge and insights gained from over 100 years’ experience.
Everyday our experienced team of over 1700 people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety.
Owned by the New Zealand Government, our name helps inspire confidence. We deliver independence of the highest integrity. Helping Aotearoa uphold a higher standard in food as our partners proudly take their products to the world. We are proud to work with them to help build and protect this enduring trust in food.
We have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from. Collaborating, sharing knowledge, resources and skills so that everyone benefits – not just in the immediate future, but for generations to come.
We offer workplace flexibility, employment benefits and are committed to attracting, developing and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
If helping Aotearoa shape a better food world inspires and motivates you - join us today!