Assessor - Crop Inspection

• We have 14 summer jobs available for people eager to work outdoors on farms assessing plant crops from 9 November 2026 until 16 January 2027.
• You will complete field inspections of seed crops prior to harvest, to ensure they meet NZ Seed Certification Scheme requirements.
• The roles will be based in  Ashburton, Timaru, Lincoln and Christchurch.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Seed Certification crop inspections in accordance with MPI specifications for the NZ Seed Certification Scheme.
• Conduct inspections in accordance with AsureQuality's documented procedures.
• Communicate effectively with farmers.
• Work individually or in teams of 2 where required.
• Follow health & safety requirements.
• Drive a work vehicle to commute to customer farms.
• You will work under the supervision of experienced AsureQuality team members until you gain approval to carry out inspections independently.

The right fit people for these roles will have

• Prior arable / on-farm work experience.
• Completed at least two agriculture tertiary papers.
• A full driver's licence.
• Can-do attitude and ability to work well in a team while under pressure.
• High attention to detail, excellent customer service and great written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to 40 hours per week. Hours can vary due to weather conditions.

Key Benefits

• Full training will be provided on the job.
• Pay rate of $31.10 per hour.
• Ability to use a tool of trade vehicle.
• Enjoy working outdoors during the sunny summer weather.
• Fixed term contract for 2 months, min 20 hours pw and max 50 hours pw (Monday - Friday) expectation is 40 hrs a week, weather depending.

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