Scottville Farm is a, family-run farming business based in Swannanoa, Canterbury, near Rangiora. We crop approximately 1000ha and specialize in small seed production growing a range of crops including cereals, grass seed, clover, winter feed, vegetable seed crops, and onions for export. Alongside our cropping program, we also finish store lambs. We take pride in producing quality crops, maintaining high standards across the farm, and fostering a positive team environment.
The role will involve operating a range of machinery across our cropping program, with the main duties including cultivation, planting, fertiliser spreading, harvest work, irrigation, and general farm jobs. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in quality work and can also help across our onion and livestock operations when required.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery
• Planting, drilling, or harvest experience
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and general farm maintenance
• Precision farming or GPS-guided equipment experience
• A strong focus on quality, attention to detail, and safe work practices
To apply, you should have:
• Previous experience in a farming, cropping, machinery operation, or livestock role
• Confidence and willingness to help across onion and livestock operations when needed
• A current New Zealand driver licence
• The ability to work well in a team and independently
• Good communication and record-keeping skills
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for agriculture
• The legal right to work in New Zealand
• Willingness to work seasonal hours, including weekends, during busy periods such as planting and harvest
www.scottvillefarm.co.nz