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CARR AGRICULTURAL GROUP INSTITUTE – Nurturing the future of AgricultureThe Foresight In recent years the Carr Group of companies has gone from strength
to strength, building on their hard earned growth and success.
Although the Carr Group continues to focus on its founder's original
vision, to become one of the leading suppliers to the agricultural
community, a further objective has also become a focal point of
the Carr Group, to nurture and therefore fortify the future of
the agriculture industry in New Zealand. The Carr Group appreciates
that the future of the industry lies with the people involved
and so for that very reason have developed the Carr Agricultural
Group Institute.
What it is all about? It is the aim of the Carr Agricultural Group Institute to nurture the future of agriculture by way of developing those already in the industry as well as bringing the young and enthusiastic into it. It is envisaged that the institute will help people to grow and develop within the agricultural industry, through providing invaluable practical experience and guidance, specialist on-the-job training, certified apprenticeship schemes and access to courses that will enhance their professional development, all while they are still working and earning an income. There are excellent opportunities for young people in this industry, such as learning a skilled trade which virtually guarantees future job security and a better than average income, or becoming a salesperson which also carries with it the possibility of high earning potential. Apprenticeships In conjunction with MITO the Carr Agricultural Group Institute offers an Automotive Parts and Accessories apprenticeship as well as an Automotive Heavy Engineering for Agricultural Equipment apprenticeship. Both of these apprenticeships require a combination of theory and practical study and should only take three to four years to complete. Whilst attaining these recognised qualifications a yearly administration fee is to be paid to MITO. The advantage of doing either apprenticeship at the Carr Agricultural Group Institute is that you will receive outstanding support and guidance with all aspects of the qualification. The Institute encourages their apprentices to complete the theory side of their apprenticeship within the first two years so that they can then fully devote their time to gaining the necessary practical experience. The Institute provides an excellent learning environment to make this possible, including an on-site training room as well as providing professional tutors that are subcontracted in regularly to assist the employees with their study. Subsequent to the employee successfully completing their apprenticeship, he or she will be rewarded for every year of continuous service with the company. Provided all of the conditions are met, the company will reimburse the employee with a proportional amount of his/her total apprenticeship fees for every year worked up to a maximum of $3000. Another added benefit of doing an apprenticeship through the Carr Agricultural Group Institute is that a pay-to-own finance scheme is offered for the purchase of tools and other work-related necessities. The Institute will purchase all the necessary tools for the apprentice, with the employee paying for them by having 10% of their wages direct credited back to the Institute every pay period until the full cost of the tools has been recovered. For the right people there is also the possibility of employees gaining additional skills and product knowledge through training opportunities overseas. Certificates and other Opportunities Employees of the Carr Group are also encouraged to complete the
more general courses that the institute offers such as height
training, confined space training, first aid courses, forklift licences
and heavy traffic licences.
8 reasons to choose the Carr Agricultural Group Institute 1) Carr Agricultural Group and its subsidiary companies have been steadily growing in recent times. This growth indicates a promising future for employees and the company. 2) You will receive comprehensive support and guidance from your employer. 3) You will not be accumulating huge debt, like at other learning institutions, rather you will be making money while you acquire recognized qualifications and on-the-job training. 4) While learning valuable new skills you will also be gaining invaluable experience in the industry. 5) Apart from being one of New Zealand’s most important industries, the agriculture industry and the Carr Group particularly, encourages and celebrates innovation. 6) The Carr Group understands and supports young people and their desire to experience different cultures and so for the right person they will help organise a 6-month worker-exchange program in an overseas country. 7) The Carr Group is a strong advocate of promoting from within wherever possible so that their employees can grow and develop within the company. 8) You will be involved in an organization that not only is professional but also prides itself on its excellent reputation for producing high quality products and service that is first-rate. So if you are going to work, why not work for the best?
Staff Testimonials - for information on employment opportunities please contact us. Aaron Jones - Operations Manager - Service, Agrifarm Machinery Jonathan Doyle – Sales Representative, Winslow Feeds
Ltd Ryan Monk - Workshop Foreman, Agrifarm Machinery For more information or to apply for a position, contact: Aaron Jones
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