Job Description

Mōhou ake | About you

Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to make a real impact in the farming community? We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual who brings:

• Proven expertise and knowledge across sheep and beef farming is key and knowledge of dairy farm systems is advantageous.
• Strong customer focus, with confidence and expertise to develop new business.
• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in providing technical advice to diverse audiences.
• Strong knowledge of the local farming community, environment and an understanding of its needs.
• A drive for excellence and delivering exceptional results for both shareholders and Farmlands.

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

We are looking for an experienced individual, ideally based in the Culverden basin. Your role will involve providing expert advice primarily to sheep and beef farms, also dairy farms, leveraging your industry knowledge and experience to recommend products and services which will best meet our shareholders' needs. You will build and maintain relationships with shareholders plus grow market share and expand our brand across the region.

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

• A company vehicle.
• Sick leave from Day 1.
• Paid birthday leave.
• Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse.
• Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores.

Mō matou | About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Te Tono | How to apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.