Machinery Operator
About this job
A Tauranga employer is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for machinery transportation. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and machinery. Operate mowers, mulchers, and tractors efficiently. Adhere to safe work practices while driving. Conduct regular inspections of farm equipment. Transport bins and plants within the orchard. Ensure harvest and orchard machinery are in proper working condition. Apply agrichemicals as required. Maintain accurate logs and time records. Use machinery for transporting materials and horticulture equipment. Transport orchard machinery using the company truck to various orchards across the Bay of Plenty area. Previous relevant work experience 4-6 months experience in machinery operation. A clean Class 5 Truck driver license is a must. Must have the ability to work long hours, including weekends. If you are interested in applying, please email your CV, Covering letter with copy of Visa status with JOB ID in the subject line to tania.epiha001@msd.govt.nz
Job Requirements
Previous Relevant Work Experience: 4–6 months of experience in machinery operation. Requirements: A clean Class 5 Truck Driver's License for machinery transportation. Ability to work long hours, including weekends. Ability to pass a drug test. Growsafe Certificate. Own transportation or the ability to travel to various orchards throughout the area. Please apply with your CV and cover letter, clearly stating your New Zealand visa status. Applications without a CV, cover letter, and visa status will not be considered.
- Days of work
- Guaranteed 30 hours pw, with rostered shifts between Mon-Sunday (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 28.00
- Job Category
- Truck Drivers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full(Class 1) - Car Licence, (Class 2) - Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence, (Class 4) - Heavy Rigid Vehicle Licence, (Class 5) - Heavy Combination Vehicle Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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