Careers

Looking for a career in the livestock industry?

Ever thought about being an agent, or are you an administrative wizard that can function in a fast-paced environment?

The people who work at Rural Livestock are hard-working, honest and passionate about what they do. A tight-knit bunch, with most of the team sticking around for years, it would be fair to say that that it is a good business to work for.

What to expect...

Our company services the South Island of New Zealand and have recently branched into the North Island with a full-time agent now based in the Hawke's Bay. We also service the Chatham Islands. Offering great customer service consistently is our main focus and what we expect our agents and support staff to deliver.

If you like making things happen, have a broad range of skills, love variety and you have a friendly and professional approach, Rural Livestock might have a place for you. Within the team, we have long term staff who have a wealth of knowledge. They are team players who willingly build resilience in the company by sharing their knowledge. This is one of the core pillars our business is built on and we pride ourselves on facilitating ongoing upskilling and training.

If you think you might like to join our awesome team, check out the vacancies below or contact us

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Current Opportunities

Livestock Agents – Canterbury & Southland

Rural Livestock Limited is a company created by agents, for agents and has been servicing the needs of New Zealand farmers for almost 40 years. After a period of growth that has seen the business become a nationwide Stock and Station agency, we are looking for experienced Livestock Agents to join our teams in Canterbury and Southland primarily, with opportunities in other regions as well.

If you’re ready for a change or wish to re-enter this lifestyle career, this is a great opportunity to step into areas with established client bases while offering growth through untapped potential. You’ll have the support of an experienced team, local decision-making, and the freedom to get on with what you do best, building lasting relationships and helping New Zealand farmers succeed.

We offer a competitive salary, vehicle and tools of trade along with a comprehensive benefits package including immediate Life Insurance cover, access to our Health Insurance Scheme, and an incentive programme that rewards results. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Robert McPherson (Southland Regional Livestock Manager) for all Southland enquiries on 0274 730 816, or Anthony Cox (Canterbury Regional Livestock Manager) for all Canterbury enquiries on 0272 083 071. We look forward to hearing from you.

Qualifications & experience

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are crucial for effectively engaging with clients and colleagues
Practical experience and academic expertise will enable the candidate to excel in navigating the complexities of the agricultural and livestock sectors.
The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency in livestock handling, showcasing an understanding of animal welfare and effective management throughout the buying and selling of livestock

Tasks & responsibilities

The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency in livestock handling, showcasing an understanding of animal welfare and effective management throughout the buying and selling of livestock.
Exceptional customer service skills are essential, as the role involves building and maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Auctioneering skills would be a benefit, but not essential.
Strong reporting around accurate livestock transactions is a must, with the ability to communicate with fellow team members.
An acute awareness of health and safety protocols in agricultural settings is vital to ensure the well-being of both personnel and livestock throughout all aspects of the role.

Benefits