Our People

Cambridge

 John Fegan 
 John has a lifetime of exposure to the rural sector having been raised on a sheep and cattle farm on the outskirts of Cambridge. He has worked primarily in the rural sector since graduating from Lincoln with a B.Ag.Com in 1986. Prior to establishing his own business, John held management positions that included having responsibility for 19 staff. His background and passion for the industry led to the formation of Fegan & Co in 1997. 
 Alison Linch
 Since 1988 Alison has been one of the first points of contact with applicants seeking jobs in the rural sector.  Having grown up on a dairy farm that was converted to bull beef and with family who operated an Agricultural Contracting business in the Waikato, she has a sound understanding of the expectations of both rural employers and employees. Included as part of her own work history Alison has experience as a social worker (Household Budgeting), sales (both telephone and across the counter) and clerical / administrative. She values people as individuals and has a history of giving good advice with regard to rural career options.
 Marie Hunt

Marie joined ATRFegan in January 2008 as a Recruitment Consultant. She is passionate about people, human resources and different cultures. On completion of a Bachelor of Communications majoring in marketing, which also involved study in Turin, Italy in international management, she has been working in the Building Supplies industry where she was leading a busy office. Marie has learned first-hand the importance of recruiting accurately and managing staff well. Living in Cambridge and with family involved in dairy farming, Marie is committed to learning more about the rural sector.

 From 4 May, 2009 by law, anyone offering immigration advice must be licensed by the Immigration Advisers Authority. Marie has been granted a Limited License to assist you with temporary work visa and permit enquiries. License number 200900318.

 Julie Robb
 Julie joined the Cambridge team as Office Administrator in November 2004.  Brought up in the Waikato Julie has spent the majority of her career involved in the farming industry as a Personal Assistant, working for a tractor and machinery importing and distribution company.    

South America

 Martin Giorgelli
 Martin has been recruiting exclusively for ATRFegan since 2004, interviewing and screening Applicants from South America who wish to farm in New Zealand. His experience working on a large dairy farm in the central North Island has given Martin exposure to the lifestyle, climate, work ethics and commitment necessary for people wishing to learn NZ style dairy farming. His understanding of our culture and the reasons why it is imperative that Applicants speak and understand English to a high standard ensures good working relationships for both Applicants and Employers.