Agriculture Research Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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RAGT Product Development Lead - Forage and Arable

This is a Full time job

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

RAGT is looking for a Product Development Lead to act as a vital link between world-class research and commercial success.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

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Field Officer - Central & Southern Waikato, Pioneer® Brand Products

at AgRecruit Human Resources

This is a Full time job

Waikato(Hybrid)

As per experience

Central or Southern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

Central or Southern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

Varied, field-focused role with direct impact on regional sales and grower relationships.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

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Listed thirteen hours ago

Technical Specialist (R&D Agricultural Field Trial)

at NUFARM

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Attractive Salary + Shareplan+ Health Ins|Flex

Bring your field trial experience within Ag| Hybrid role| High Performing team
Glbal business with growth opportunities| Lead field trials across region| Flex
Voted best place to work AFR 2023 within Agri| Come Unearth your career with us!

Bring your field trial experience within Ag| Hybrid role| High Performing team
Glbal business with growth opportunities| Lead field trials across region| Flex
Voted best place to work AFR 2023 within Agri| Come Unearth your career with us!

We’re on the lookout for a Technical Specialist - Product Devt within AKL/BOP/Waikato region| Join a global Agri Business| Huge Growth Op

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13h ago

Listed four days ago

RAGT Product Development Lead - Forage and Arable

at RAGT New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Hornby South, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

Bridge the gap between innovation and the paddock
Sit at the heart of RAGT New Zealand’s Technical Team
Lead the advancement of proprietary cultivars

RAGT is looking for a Product Development Lead to act as a vital link between world-class research and commercial success.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

60275 Research Associate - Fixed-Term - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

This fixed-term role will suit an individual keen to build on their existing skills in microbiology, molecular biology, plant management and fieldwork

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Breeding Specialist - Dairy

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work options and great employee benefits.

Join LIC as a Dairy Breeding Specialist: lead bull selection, drive genetic gain, collaborate with teams, and partner with breeders to support NZ.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Animal Production Specialist - Virtual Fencing

at Gallagher

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Bridge farming and tech. Drive real-world trials, shape animal welfare insights, and help transform livestock management with eShepherd!

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8h ago

Listed three days ago

Agricultural Field Rep

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

An interest in agriculture, livestock nutrition, or soil science
Full training and ongoing support
Competitive remuneration, vehicle & tools of trade provided

An interest in agriculture, livestock nutrition, or soil science
Full training and ongoing support
Competitive remuneration, vehicle & tools of trade provided

Canterbury Feed Assessment are looking for a motivated and practical Agricultural Field Representative to join our team based in Ashburton

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Field Officer - Central & Southern Waikato, Pioneer® Brand Products

at AgRecruit Human Resources

This is a Full time job

Waikato(Hybrid)

As per experience

Central or Southern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

Central or Southern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

Varied, field-focused role with direct impact on regional sales and grower relationships.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Farm Systems Consultant – Environmental Specialist

at Agri Magic Limited

This is a Full time job

Templeton, Canterbury

Mentoring and structured development with experienced consultants.
A fun team that values quality, continuous improvement, & practical impact.

Mentoring and structured development with experienced consultants.
A fun team that values quality, continuous improvement, & practical impact.

We view the world from a farmer & farm business perspective with a genuine desire to help enhance the sustainability of New Zealand primary sector.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Agriculture / Dairy Farming Tutor

at National Trade Academy

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Be part of a team that delivers vocational training within a practical environment incorporating an industry qualification.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Product Development Agronomist/Sales - Lower North Island

at Fairbanks Seeds NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

Work directly with leading growers - build strong grower relationships
Grow your career in agronomy and sales - combine agronomy and sales skills
Work with leading seed genetics - access global genetics and ANZ support

Work directly with leading growers - build strong grower relationships
Grow your career in agronomy and sales - combine agronomy and sales skills
Work with leading seed genetics - access global genetics and ANZ support

Exciting career opportunity working with a fun, supportive team and passionate growers to improve crop performance and drive sales.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Agriculture Training Adviser

at Food & Fibre ISB Trading As Primary ITO

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $85,000 per year

Wellbeing Package (2 Wellbeing days off, cash benefit, and health insurance)
Paid leave between Christmas and New Year's
5 weeks’ annual leave after the completion of 3 years continuous employment

Wellbeing Package (2 Wellbeing days off, cash benefit, and health insurance)
Paid leave between Christmas and New Year's
5 weeks’ annual leave after the completion of 3 years continuous employment

Collaborate with learners and workplaces to identify and promote training opportunities and grow capability within the agriculture industry.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed four days ago

Technical Field Advisor - Kiwifruit & Avocado

at Horticentre Limited

This is a Full time job

Te Puke, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Monday to Friday work week
Excellent remuneration package
Company maintained 4*4 ute supplied

Monday to Friday work week
Excellent remuneration package
Company maintained 4*4 ute supplied

The position presents a great opportunity to use your horticultural knowledge, ability and passion.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Operations & Systems Manager

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Excellent benefits and flexible work options

Hands on leadership role blending delivery and people leadership, owning systems, data and processes behind high impact livestock breeding.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Field Officer - Northern Waikato, Pioneer® Brand Products

at AgRecruit Human Resources

This is a Full time job

Waikato(Hybrid)

As per experience

South Auckland or Northern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

South Auckland or Northern Waikato based role
Coaching for career development within Pioneer's business
Strong salary, annual bonus, private use vehicle

Varied, field-focused role with direct impact on regional sales and grower relationships.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Associate Breeding Specialist

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexibility and excellent benefits!

Join LIC as an Associate Breeding Specialist and help deliver dairy-beef breeding programmes, turning market insight into practical breeding outcomes.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed four days ago