Agronomist / Crop Manager

Fieldco is seeking a Agronomist/Crop Manager to join our team on a fixed term contract basis, with potential to extend. Based in the picturesque location of Dargaville, 10 minutes from the beach and with operations across Northland, this role will play a crucial part in ensuring the success and sustainability of our crop farming operations.

What you'll be doing:
- Provide expert agronomic advice and support to Field teams
- Monitor crop health and soil conditions, recommending optimal farming practices
- Help develop and implement strategies to maximise crop yields and quality
- Maintain NZGAP and EMS records and deal with regulatory bodies as needed
- Keep detailed records and provide comprehensive reporting
- Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement

What we're looking for
-Tertiary qualification in Agronomy, Horticulture or a related field
- Minimum 2 years' experience as an Agronomist or Crop Manager
- Proven track record of improving farm productivity and profitability
- Strong technical knowledge of crop management, soil science and pest/disease control
- Good communication skills between both staff and management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Proficient in analysing previous crop records and report writing

What we offer
At Fieldco Foods, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy benefits such as flexible work arrangements, ongoing training and development and a wide and varied job role . Join our team and help shape the future of sustainable farming.

About us
Fieldco Foods is a leading provider of high-quality food products, specialising in the production and distribution of fresh produce. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, we are committed to delivering great value to our customers and the communities we serve. As a growing organisation, we offer exciting opportunities for talented individuals to contribute to our success.

Previous Seasonal Roles:
We have had other backpackers and seasonal staff who have stayed on with us for multiple seasons or had the opportunity to travel New Zealand on our off-seasons and come back for planting/harvesting to see the full cycle of our produce being planted, cared for through to harvest! If you'd be interested in joining our team and had experience in Agriculture, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to become our next Agronomist/Crop Manager and be a part of our mission to redefine the future of farming.