Irrigation Technician/Machinery Operator
About this job
Do you enjoy working outdoors in the beautiful Central Otago landscape? Then look no further as we have the perfect role for you! We are looking for a team member who ideally has some experience with irrigation equipment and tractor/harvester driving. The position ensures that our irrigation equipment, such as driplines, water lines, pumps, suction devices, and valves are all used and maintained according to standards and site requirements. On any given day you could be mowing, spraying, mulching, trimming, and moving equipment around the property. You must be comfortable operating a variety machinery including tractors, machine harvesters and 4-wheel motorbikes, as well as the use of manual tools. You will also be tasked with day-to-day maintenance tasks such as fencing, canopy construction and trellis maintenance, and ensure the machinery and equipment is washed down and cleaned at the end of the day, if required to. Ready to muck in, then apply today!
Job Requirements
Full NZ Driver’s license is required. Experience with irrigation/machinery and industry experience would be advantageous, although not essential as full training will be provided. Must be comfortable working both independently and within a team and willing to work outdoors in all kinds of weather. Must be fit, healthy and capable of doing heavy lifting - the role is a very physical one.
- Days of work
- Monday to Friday, varying start time due to seasonality, usually 07:30 or 09:00am start time. (35 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 30.00
- Job Category
- Agricultural, Forestry and Horticultural Plant Operators
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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To apply for this job please phone 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID 22480387
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