Farmlands Co-operative
- Posted: 28 Jul 2025
- Location: New Plymouth
- Work Type: Full Time
- Classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation
Competitive remuneration and benefits
Deliver value through partnerships, expertise and innovation
Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative
Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity
As Technical Field Sales, you will be the technical expert in Agronomy, Nutrition and Animal Health in the Taranaki region for Farmlands.
This is a territory-based role, so your day will consist of consulting on farm, providing a wealth of knowledge across the shareholders farming system, backed by a technical extension and support team. You'll be solutions focused, drawing on your industry knowledge to tailor the products and services offered at each site to ensure the success of our client's business as you successfully hold and develop shareholder relationships.
The ability to deliver shareholder success, build your business and chase new opportunities to develop your portfolio of clients in this region is unlimited, with a range of reputable farming businesses across a good mixture of dairy, dry stock, equine and contractors.
In this role you will continue to develop practical agronomy skills across a range of pasture and crop species working closely with an established team of peers to support the agronomy program and wider categories in the region.
You will also be able to:
Provide frontline support from our technical extension team in agronomy and land production
Work closely within our local retail team in your local branch to support key relationships and customers
Use technology to your advantage to strategically plan and execute seasonal planning with shareholders
Mōhou ake | About you
You'll bring a depth and breadth of experience within agriculture with a strong focus on crop management, so our clients are in good hands
You'll be effective at developing long-lasting business relationships and be focused on providing profitable solutions
You will be adept at using latest technology - Mobile, iPad, Laptop, industry Apps, with the ability to continually upskill in this ever-changing landscape.
You will possess knowledge of farming systems and a real passion for the rural sector.
Your skill set will allow you to talk farming with anyone and will complement your excellent communication and relationship building skills
Mō ngā painga | About the benefits
You'll be rewarded with:
Competitive salary with vehicle, phone, and laptop provided
Sick leave from Day 1 and paid birthday leave
Staff discounts and exclusive offers
Access to ongoing training via The Greenhouse online platform
Enhanced parental leave – 10 weeks fully paid for primary carers, 2 weeks for partners
Working with awesome people who love what they do!
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.
Applications close: 8 August 2025
Note: The video question is optional and can replace your cover letter.
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.
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.
Deliver value through partnerships, expertise and innovation
Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative
Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity
As Technical Field Sales, you will be the technical expert in Agronomy, Nutrition and Animal Health in the Taranaki region for Farmlands.
This is a territory-based role, so your day will consist of consulting on farm, providing a wealth of knowledge across the shareholders farming system, backed by a technical extension and support team. You'll be solutions focused, drawing on your industry knowledge to tailor the products and services offered at each site to ensure the success of our client's business as you successfully hold and develop shareholder relationships.
The ability to deliver shareholder success, build your business and chase new opportunities to develop your portfolio of clients in this region is unlimited, with a range of reputable farming businesses across a good mixture of dairy, dry stock, equine and contractors.
In this role you will continue to develop practical agronomy skills across a range of pasture and crop species working closely with an established team of peers to support the agronomy program and wider categories in the region.
You will also be able to:
Provide frontline support from our technical extension team in agronomy and land production
Work closely within our local retail team in your local branch to support key relationships and customers
Use technology to your advantage to strategically plan and execute seasonal planning with shareholders
Mōhou ake | About you
You'll bring a depth and breadth of experience within agriculture with a strong focus on crop management, so our clients are in good hands
You'll be effective at developing long-lasting business relationships and be focused on providing profitable solutions
You will be adept at using latest technology - Mobile, iPad, Laptop, industry Apps, with the ability to continually upskill in this ever-changing landscape.
You will possess knowledge of farming systems and a real passion for the rural sector.
Your skill set will allow you to talk farming with anyone and will complement your excellent communication and relationship building skills
Mō ngā painga | About the benefits
You'll be rewarded with:
Competitive salary with vehicle, phone, and laptop provided
Sick leave from Day 1 and paid birthday leave
Staff discounts and exclusive offers
Access to ongoing training via The Greenhouse online platform
Enhanced parental leave – 10 weeks fully paid for primary carers, 2 weeks for partners
Working with awesome people who love what they do!
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.
Applications close: 8 August 2025
Note: The video question is optional and can replace your cover letter.
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.
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.