Experienced Tractor Driver
About this job
Experienced Tractor Driver -Fixed term contract early March till mid-May 2026, Kiwifruit orchard based in Matapihi & Te Puke.
Hours 30-plus, subject to fruit clearances and weather conditions DAILY DUTIES INCLUDE: Tractor Driving Duties include but not limited to: Working with picking teams, moving empty/full bins of kiwifruit to and from loading bays, Experience in driving tractors, towing trailers, and orchard operations would be ideal, although the right candidate with aptitude and the right attitude will be considered. Full, clean drivers' license & own reliable transport to get to and from work each day. Previous Tractor driving required-minimum 1 year experience Pre-employment drug test Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4pm with weekends possible depending on the amount of work ahead and any weather delays Following Supervisors' instructions & operating machinery in a safe manner, following H&S rules as per induction.
Job Requirements
Full, clean drivers' license & own reliable transport to get to and from work each day. Restricted licence may be accepted in special cases Pre-employment drug test (MOJ on a case-by-case) Not required - but need to exclude any forms of assault, theft, burglaries, or fraudulent activities. Previous Tractor driving required-minimum 1 year experience
- Days of work
- Mon-Fri hours are 7.30am – 4pm, some weekend (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 26.00
- 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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