Build Your Future with Agri-Fencing Taranaki

About Us

Agri-Fencing Taranaki is a forward-thinking, family-owned fencing company delivering high-quality agricultural and environmental fencing across Taranaki. Our work spans from sheep and beef to lifestyle blocks, conservation areas, and complex technical jobs. With over 20 years’ experience and a reputation for innovation, we’re proud to blend top craftsmanship with sustainability and smart technology. We’re also committed to growing our people. Whether you're sharpening your skills or stepping up into more responsibility, we’ll back you with real training, support, and a strong team environment. New Zealand is home to some of the best fencers in the world and we’re proud to carry that standard.

Join a team that’s proud to fence smarter, work harder, and grow stronger together.

The Role

We’re on the lookout for a capable, skilled, and dependable Fencer to join our team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes real pride in tidy, well-built fences and enjoys the variety of rural and environmental work across Taranaki.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in fencing, including experience with 7-wire batten systems, electric fencing, and stay assemblies. This role offers the chance to work outdoors in a great team, with good gear and strong support behind the scenes.

Whether it’s hill country or boundary lines, riparian zones or rural blocks, you’ll be part of building fences that are made to last. For the right person, there’s also room to grow skills and take on more responsibility over time.

If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested in learning more?

    • Build and repair high-quality fences (7-wire batten, electric, rail, etc.)

    • Mark post positions and lay out materials accurately

    • Operate fencing tools and machinery (e.g. spinning jenny, chainsaw, post hole borer)

    • Dismantle old fences and clear fence lines

    • Install strainers, stays, insulators, underground cabling, and breast blocks

    • Identify hazards and maintain a safe worksite

    • Drive ATVs, tow trailers, and operate machinery (where trained)

    • Communicate clearly with clients and team members

    • Manage temporary fencing and materials on-site

    • Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on fencing experience with a focus on quality workmanship.

    • Confident and competent with fencing tools, materials, and machinery.

    • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or within a team environment.

    • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions, including hill country.

    • Practical mindset with a willingness to learn and develop skills further.

    • Clear communicator who maintains professionalism with clients and co-workers.

    • Takes pride in tidy work, respects gear, and contributes to a positive team culture.

    • Lifestyle Location: Enjoy everything Taranaki has to offer! Surfing in the morning and mountain climbing in the afternoon.

    • Great People: We’re a small crew who care about our team.

    • Strong Support: You’ll be backed by experienced operators, clear systems, and admin support so you can focus on what you do best.

    • Career Growth: Whether you want to mentor, manage, or eventually run your own crew, we’ll support your ambitions.

    • Good Gear & Tech: We invest in quality equipment, tools, and training, including FCANZ best practices.

Apply Now

Whether you're starting out, switching careers, or already experienced, we want people who take pride in a solid day's work. Use the application form below to apply today. The position will remain open until filled.