A working holiday to remember!

Working in agriculture in New Zealand has so much to offer you, with so many career options!

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Farm your future in New Zealand

Tractor

Access to North & South Island NZ employers

Dairy Farm

Vaccancies across a wide range of agricultural sectors

Ag Work Sign Up Fees

No sign up fees

Flights & Visas

Visa & flight support

Work in New Zealand

Your journey with Ag Work

01.

Initial Contact

Once you have filled in your online form, you will be contacted for an interview, this is over the phone and will give you opportunity to ask any questions you have about travelling and working in New Zealand.

02.

Paperwork & Interviews

We will match you with potential employers and help schedule zoom interviews. We will also assit you in applying for your visa.

03.

Flight Booking & Confirmation

We will help you co-ordinate with our
licensed travel agent to book your flights. In most cases you will be traveling with other Ag Work recruits so you can meet people like you during the flight.

04.

Arrival

Once you arrive we will pick you up from the airport and take you to a motel. The following day we will take you to the bank to get your IRD number & bank account set up. You will complete a safety introduction at the AG Drive training centre before being picked up or transported to your new employers.

01.

Initial Contact

Once you have filled in your online form, you will be contacted for an interview, this is over the phone and will give you opportunity to ask any questions you have about travelling and working in New Zealand.

02.

Paper Work & Interviews

We will match you with potential employers and help schedule zoom interviews. We will also assit you in applying for your visa.

03.

Flight Booking & Confirmation

We will help you co-ordinate with our
licensed travel agent to book your flights. In most cases you will be traveling with other Ag Work recruits so you can meet people like you during the flight.

04.

Arrival

Once you arrive we will pick you up from the airport and take you to a motel. The following day we will take you to the bank to get your IRD number & bank account set up. You will complete a safety introduction at the AG Drive training centre before being picked up or transported to your new employers.

Explore the Exciting Opportunities in New Zealand's Agricultural Industry

Match your skills and experience with common NZ agricultural roles.

Tractor Operator Job New Zealand

Tractor Operator/ Contracting Work

Season: September - March
Timeframe: 6 months
Requirements: at least 1 year machinery experience
Description: Perfect for candidates wanting to travel with friends. You would be working as part of a team and enthusiasm, reliability, and a passion for agricultural machines a must! Mixture of roles from tractor & trailer driving to mower and bailer operators. The hours can be long in the peak season. Work opportunities in both North and South Island.
Dairy Farming NZ

Dairy Farming

Season: Year round work with calving blocks from June - August
Timeframe: 9-12 months
Description: Mainly single opportunities with some paired work ventures. More roles based in the North Island but with some opportunities in South Island. Perfect for those looking to expand and learn about New Zealand Dairy systems. Ideal candidates would have experience in Dairy Farming and be an animal lover. Some machinery experience is preferred but not essential.
Beef & Sheep Farm NZ

Dry Stock Farming

Season: September - March
Timeframe: 6-12 months
Description: Ideal for candidates with experience in the beef and sheep industry. This work is often paired with Dairy or Contracting work; so experience within these sectors would also be beneficial. Suits hard working, physically fit and enthusiastic candidates. More roles in the South Island with some oppurtunities in the North Island.
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Forestry/ Horticulture

Season: All year with fruit picking from October-April
Timeframe: 6 months
Description: A good option if you have limited agricultural experience. Range of work places from SouthI sland to North Island. Competitive pick rate pay.
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Recruit Requirements

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Age Restriction

Age

We only accept recruits between the ages of 18-30, as you must be in this age bracket to qualify for a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand.

UK Residents

Residency

Due to visa restrictions we only accept recruits who are permanent residents of the UK or Ireland.

Ag Work NZ Commitment

Commitment

You must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months with an employer. We are able to facilitate placement students if you have a workable timeframe.

Ag Work Sign Up Fees

Travel Costs

We don't charge any fees to be an Ag Work recruit however you must be able to cover your travel expenses to New Zealand and the cost of your visa application.

Agricultural CV NZ

CV

We will require a CV with references and details of your experience with relevant machinery. If you don't have a CV you can download our template here and we will assist you.  

Farming Skills NZ

Skills & Attributes

To succeed as an Ag Work recruit you will require excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to workplaces and tasks and be excited to experience New Zealand agriculture!

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Visa Info

We strongly suggest that your visa application is one of the first things you do when planning your trip abroad. Long wait times from immigration can hold up your travel plans, so plan ahead with your visa application. You will be applying for a Working Holiday Visa, we recommend applying for the 12 month visa which will enable you to work and travel for up to 12 months. Please note on this visa you cannot accept permanent job offers. Visit the following links to apply for your visa

South Island New Zealand
Nicky Knowles

Travel Info

Throughout the recruitment process, our recruitment team will advise you on when to book your flight. We work with licensed travel agent Nicky Knowles, to book all flights. Unfortunately, after Covid, international air travel is trickier than previous with limited availability and expensive seats. Using a travel agent will help you find the right flight, with Nicky offering 24/7 support on all bookings. You may be advised to book your flight before you have had your job offer, this is normal practice to help keep your air fare availability.

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Accommodation & Wages

The minimum wage in New Zealand is $22.70 an hour. Most roles, depending on the experience of the candidates, can range from $23-27 an hour. Wages are normally paid weekly, and your employer will help with ensure you are on the correct tax code. Accommodation is usually included in your job; this may be included in your wages or be billed at a weekly cost. If it is not included, your employer will be able to help you sort accommodation in the local area. Whilst in New Zealand, there are lots of local sports clubs and Young Farmers you can join to feel integrated into the area.

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Get in touch today or download our candidates pack for more information.