NZ Kiwifruit Orchard Management and Consultants Limited are looking for at least 2 Machinery Operator with exceptional skills and the know-how of the industry to add value to their team and assist in the current operation

NZ Kiwifruit Orchard Management and Consultants Limited is looking for at least 2 machinery operators to work within our busy horticulture company. 

As a machinery operator/tractor operator, your responsibilities will include driving/operating tractors, forklifts, quad bikes, and other machinery as required to complete orchard operations.

To be considered for this role you will either have a relevant certificate (at least level 4) or at least 3 years of relevant experience. 

What does the role involve:

        

  • Operating mowers, forklifts, quad bikes, mulchers, self-propelled orchard sprayers, pulled orchard sprayers and other machinery as required from time to time.  
  • Application of agrichemicals
  • Understanding the impact of weather conditions for spraying
  • A good understanding and awareness of safe work practices
  • Performing inspections of tractors and attachments and ensuring they are well-lubricated.
  • Using tractors and other machinery to transport materials and horticultural equipment.
  • remaining alert while always driving and maintaining the appropriate speed limit.
  • Operating other farm equipment as required.
  • Follow H&S regulations and safety standards
  • Completing Job Sheets
  • Some supervision of staff, on site as required to meet seasonal needs. 

 

Skills:

  • The ability to identify and react appropriately to hazards.
  • Extensive knowledge of heavy equipment/other orchard/farming machinery.
  • Experience performing maintenance on tractors and other farming equipment.
  • The ability to carry out duties unsupervised, in harsh weather conditions, and during irregular hours when required.
  • The ability to follow instructions.
  • To be successful as a horticulture machinery operator, you should have good concentration skills and excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • Outstanding machinery operators are detail-oriented and demonstrate strength as well as active listening skills.

 

Pay rate: starting at $27.00 but the role has the ability to increase to $30.00 per hour based on experience.

Hours of work: 30 hours minimum, maximum of 40 hours per week. Business operates within the hours of 8:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Sunday.

NZ driver's License or an International equivalent is beneficial.

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