Agri Crates & Engineering

Agri Crates & Engineering is a hands-on metal fabrication and engineering workshop based in Balclutha. The business has been owned and operated by Jason Payne since 2015, and specialises in custom alloy ute dog boxes, tool boxes, service bodies, and other tailored solutions for rural and trade customers.

The team works closely with customers to turn ideas into practical, well-built products. Quality workmanship and attention to detail are central to how the workshop operates, with a small, experienced team involved across each project — from the first cut through to the final finish.

What this work involves:

• Designing and fabricating custom metal products

• Welding, cutting, bending and assembling components

• Solving practical engineering challenges

• Working as part of a small team to deliver high-quality builds

Who it suits:
This type of work suits people who enjoy practical, hands-on tasks, like problem-solving, and take pride in making things that are built to last. It’s a good fit for those interested in engineering, fabrication, and custom metal work.

Skills you can develop:
Fabrication and welding skills, measuring and reading plans, problem-solving, teamwork, and real-world experience creating custom products from concept through to completion.