Meridian Recruitment undertakes an annual Salary Survey of remuneration received by people employed to work on rural properties. The data is obtained directly from positions vacant that Meridian Recruitment are involved with finding replacements or has obtained through interaction with production based businesses. Its purpose is to provide a level of objectivity for the determination of reasonable salaries for employees across all levels of responsibility. 

Who is the Salary Survey for?

Employers
Ensure your pay rates are competitive to attract and retain the best talent. Understand how your salaries compare across roles and regions so you can budget effectively and reward your team fairly.

Ag Workers
Know your true market value. Whether you’re negotiating a raise, considering a new role, or planning your career path, the survey helps you make confident, informed decisions.

HR & Recruitment Managers
Benchmark salaries across the agricultural sector and make data-driven hiring decisions. Stay ahead in a competitive market and ensure your recruitment strategies are aligned with industry standards.

Why it matters
The agricultural sector is evolving fast. With the right salary data, you can attract top talent, retain skilled workers, and make decisions that support growth, efficiency, and fairness.