“As a manager I have now used Rural Directions twice to fill vacancies. The professionalism that Brent, Gretchen and Robyne show towards this part of our business is fantastic. They understand our business and have the ability to steer the right type of applicant our way. Once the position has been filled, the Rural Direction system continues with detailed follow up with both employer and employee that enables both parties just to get on with developing good working relationships that benefits both the employee and farm business.” – Shane Tilson, Farm Manager, Awapai Station
“Rural Directions’ services over the years of my involvement with AWHI have clearly helped us lift the quality and calibre of a number of key on farm staff. They have helped us find the right people for the right job, and in doing so we have gained cost efficiencies and grown our revenue.” – Chris Scanlon, CEO, Atihau Whanganui Incorporation
“I recommend Rural Directions for all your recruiting needs. Brent listened carefully to my goals for my property and to the objectives a new farm manager would need to accomplish. He was responsive in designing an advertising campaign to help me find the right person for the job and supportive in helping me to narrow the field, interview an impressive roster of candidates and select a new manager who would be a good match for my property. He continues to offer solid advice and to open doors so that I can get the help I need to make my farm the best it can be.” – IBL, Overseas Owner
“We brought Rural Directions on board because they know the Primary Sector forensically and they care. They care for our business and they care for the candidates. Saying this, they are results driven and their processes and skills have assisted us in making great decisions on people. Brand is important to us and we know Rural Directions continue to be out there promoting our brand, they have our best interests at heart.” -Marcus Kight, Founding Principal and Managing Director, StockCo