GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU 

Corteva Agriscience is looking to hire a Farm Manager for our Waireka Research Center at Omata, just outside of New Plymouth. Corteva Agriscience is a world leader in protecting and preserving our food and helping agricultural communities thrive. Waireka Research Center is a globally recognized research facility that conducts field research for the  evaluation and development of new crop protection and plant health products.

About the role

This is a practical role where you will be part of a dedicated research team providing support to other research and field based staff. In this role, you will be reporting to the Research Centre Leader, working alongside another farm manager you will have responsibilities for:

• Fertilizer application, soil cultivation and crop drilling

• Application of crop protection maintenance sprays using broadcast and high volume application equipment

• Irrigation management

• Orchard and Vine management including pruning, replanting and pest/disease management

• General farm maintenance

• Providing support to research scientists 

• Building, machinery and equipment maintenance

 As a successful candidate you will have:

• Proven experience in tractor driving as well as  general farm machinery and equipment use 

• Experience in general farm agronomy or a related discipline 

• Excellent record keeping skills as well as basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

• A strong Environmental, Health and Safety ethic and the ability to follow established safety operating procedures, policies and guidelines 

• A passion for the outdoors and be highly practical

• Enjoy working with plants 

• A current drivers license

• Excellent communication skills and enjoy working in a small team environment

This role is 40 hours/week and generally does not require weekend work. 

Corteva Agriscience offers:

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing 

• Agricultural challenges of our time 

• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences 

• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience 

• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered 

• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives. 

• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.

• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary

• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility

Remuneration

Annual Salary + Performance Based Bonus

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