OverviewField Trials Assistant – Casual — Location : LincolnOur Plant & Seed group provides biosecurity monitoring, inspection, auditing, certification, and quality management services to the forestry, horticultural, and seeds industries.
We have an exciting casual opportunity for one motivated individual to assist with field trials over the summer season.
In this role, you'll help maintain field trials in line with the New Zealand Seed Certification Scheme, as well as carry out measurements on a range of grass species to support Plant Variety Rights (PVR) assessments – a type of intellectual property right.This is a casual role, offered on an as-and-when required basis.
The amount of work available will vary, as it is highly dependent on weather and seasonal conditions.
Ideally, you will be available from mid-October 2024 to mid-January 2025.
ResponsibilitiesAssist with field trials and maintain field trial plots in accordance with the New Zealand Seed Certification Scheme.Carry out measurements on a range of grass species to support Plant Variety Rights (PVR) assessments.Work under supervision of experienced AsureQuality team members until approved to conduct inspections independently.
About YouPrior on-farm experience and a full driver's licence.A tertiary qualification in Agriculture (or working towards one).
A go-getter attitude with the ability to work well in a team and under pressure.Strong attention to detail, along with great written and verbal communication skills.Previous experience in seed or cropping inspections will be an advantage.
About UsEvery day, our team of 1,800+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food – a higher standard of quality and safety.As Kaitiaki Kai – guardians of food, we take pride in doing the right thing for food and the environments it comes from.
We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, supporting them to be their best.
We know diverse teams are stronger teams and believe in fairness and opportunity for all.
Additional InformationGood with computers, especially Excel.
Need full driving license.
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