Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support (Casual)

Ravensdown; Stratford; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravensdown Aerowork in Stratford is seeking a Casual Aircraft Loader Driver (Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support) to load, refuel and support operations for fixed-wing aircraft. You will also move loader vehicles between sites and perform basic mobile plant maintenance, contributing to a safe, efficient outdoor operation.

The role offers weather-dependent, flexible hours and weekend work. A Class 2 or 4 license is preferred and DG endorsement is advantageous; training can be provided for the right

Qualifications

• Loader driver or truck driving experience.
• Experience handling heavy machinery.
• Flexibility to respond to business requirements and weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Interest in Aviation or Agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Load and refuel fixed‑wing aircraft safely and efficiently.
• Move loader vehicles between sites.
• Carry out general mobile plant maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly.

Skills

Loader Driver

Heavy Machinery

Safety Focus

Flexibility/Availability

Aviation/Agriculture Interest

Education

Class 2 or 4 license

DG endorsement (advantage)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Casual Aircraft Loader Driver (officially titled, Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support) to join the team at Ravensdown Aerowork and support the local team.

Based in Stratford and supporting the wider surrounding area, you’ll play a key part in loading and refuelling our fixed‑wing aircraft safely and efficiently. You’ll also help move loader vehicles between sites and carry out general mobile plant maintenance to keep everything running smoothly.

We’re looking for someone who brings flexibility and enjoys a role where no two days are the same. Hours vary, are weather‑dependent, and will include weekend work. If you’re passionate about aviation and/or agriculture, enjoy operating heavy machinery, and thrive working outdoors, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous Loader Driver or Truck Driving experience
• Experience handling heavy machinery
• Flexibility and availability to respond to business requirements and weather conditions
• A commitment to safety and quality
• An interest in Aviation or Agricuture

If you have a class 2 or 4 license and DG endorsement that's an advantage, but if not, we can provide the training to get you there as long as you have a positive, can-do attitude.

Applications Close: Friday 13 Novemer 2026.

Aerowork is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

About the company

Aerowork delivers precision aerial fertiliser application to support New Zealand’s hill-country farmers. With a nationwide fleet of 13 GPS-equipped aircraft, 38 loader trucks, and a full in-house engineering team designing and maintaining specialised aircraft components, we operate one of the most capable aerial spreading networks in the country. As a 100% Ravensdown-owned subsidiary, Aerowork plays an essential role in helping rural communities grow stronger, safer, and more productive.