Dairy Nutrition Specialist — Field & Sales

GrainCorp; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work

Job summary

GrainCorp Animal Nutrition in Hamilton is seeking a Technical Feed Partner to apply specialist knowledge in dairy cow nutrition and feeding. You will help customers optimise rations and improve herd performance, with a mix of on-farm support and technical analysis.

The role requires strong skills in ration formulation, feed analysis and nutritional management, plus experience in agriculture sales. Some travel and overnight stays are expected as part of client visits.

Qualifications

• Experience in dairy cow nutrition and feed formulation.
• Knowledge of rations, feed analysis, and nutritional strategies.
• Background in applied animal nutrition or dairy sector roles is valued.
• Experience in agriculture sales and/or nutrition is advantageous.
• Hands-on exposure to on-farm conditions or commercial feed operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on ration formulation for dairy herds.
• Support customers with feed analysis and nutrition strategies.
• Engage with farmers and rural professionals to share insights.
• Travel domestically for on-farm visits and training.

Skills

Dairy nutrition

Ration formulation

Feed analysis

Sales experience

Farmer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Nutrition/Science

Job description

GrainCorp Animal Nutrition in Hamilton is seeking a Technical Feed Partner to apply specialist knowledge in dairy cow nutrition and feeding. You will help customers optimise rations and improve herd performance, with a mix of on-farm support and technical analysis.

The role requires strong skills in ration formulation, feed analysis and nutritional management, plus experience in agriculture sales. Some travel and overnight stays are expected as part of client visits.