Tractor Operator

Job ID 22618631
Southland, Invercargill
Full-time
Listed on 15 Oct 2024

About this job

An agricultural contracting company based in the Winton area is seeking experienced operators to perform a range of cultivation and baleage tasks.

We offer: • Competitive pay, with a minimum starting rate of $30.00 per hour (or more, depending on experience). • Full-time, permanent employment. • Accommodation options available.

Tasks Include: • preparing and positioning plant for operation • operating tractor-drawn and self-propelled plant to plough land and sow, fertilise, cultivate and harvest crops, and avoid damaging crops • calibrating and monitoring plant performance, including adjusting speed, height etc • keeping production and work records and writing work reports • servicing plant and performing minor repairs

The ideal candidate would have experience with: • Class 4 rotor rake • Reversible/Conventional plough • 6m/5/ power harrows • 6m roller drill • Keenan Orbital spreaders • Direct Drilling • GPS Experience and use

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to maintain machinery, hold a full class 1 and heavy machinery licence, and have a minimum of 2 - 4 years relevant experience. Applicants must be able to pass drug and police checks.

Days of work
40 Hrs a week -Rostered Mon - Sunday due to weather dependency. (40 hours per week)
Pay Details
$30 per hour
Job Category
Agricultural, Forestry and Horticultural Plant Operators
Career Level
Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
Driver Licence
Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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