Agricultural Machinery Operator

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Farmers Weekly Full time

Company Overview

Fairfield Farms is a large-scale mixed arable farm based in Ashburton, operating 2500 ha of cropping, lamb finishing, beef units, and wastewater farms.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Senior Arable Operator. This role will provide an opportunity to work primarily with our Cropping and Cultivation teams, offering a variety of tasks including tractor operation, cultivation, drilling, spraying, fertiliser spreading, and crop harvesting.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Tractor operation experience, particularly with large horsepower tractors
  • Cultivation, drilling, spraying, fertiliser spreading, and crop harvesting skills
  • Combine experience would be advantageous
  • Basic computer skills and record keeping
  • Class 5 licence (would be an advantage) or willingness to obtain

Benefits

We offer a great team culture, a challenging but rewarding work environment, and the opportunity for individual growth. Plus, on-farm housing is available if required.



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