Farm Caretaker
This is a unique opportunity to join the staff of one of Auckland most successful schools as the caretaker of its working farm. The 8.1-hectare farm is adjacent to the school and is an integral part of the community as well as the agricultural and horticulture school curriculum.
This role involves the management of day to day farm operations including the budget.
The Farm Caretaker must be up-to-date with information and farm practices; giving students the best insight into what management practices occur on a conventional commercial farm.
The Farm Caretaker must maintain strong relationships with the school and the community.
This position requires a person with knowledge and ability in all components of farming, as well as very good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to and with a wide variety of people. You would need to be self-motivated, have the ability to work independently and be willing to embrace new technology. Ideally the successful candidate will have a tertiary qualification(s).
This is a full-time position, and the farm caretaker is required to live on-site. The salary package includes accommodation (3-bedroom house), electricity and water.
Applicants for this position should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Please send your cover letter, completed Mount Albert Grammar School staff application form and CV to [email protected].
Click here for the Mount Albert Grammar School staff application form
Click here for the Job Description.