Vineyard Maintenance and Tractor Operator - Appleby
About this job
A family-owned grape growing and winemaking company based 30 minutes’ drive from Nelson is looking for an experienced tractor driver/machinery operator to join our team. Initially, this role will be a fixed term contract for 2 - 3 months, with the potential to become a permanent role for the right candidate.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a successful team, is keen to learn, and is reliable. Farming/agriculture/horticulture/viticulture experience very advantageous!
Job Requirements
The successful applicant will:
• be required to operate tractors and other vineyard and farm machinery, including post-drivers, sprayers, trimmers, mowers • be able to work competently and independently • ensure that all machinery is used safely and in accordance with specifications and calibrations • be mechanically minded and assist with the maintenance of vineyard machinery • be able to maintain daily work records • be physically fit
This is a full time role, based at our Appleby winery, however work may not be offered on wet/rainy days.
Must have drivers licence and have reliable transportation to get to Appleby each day.
- Days of work
- Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 4.30pm (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $24 - $25
- Job Category
- Crop Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- 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 22629661
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