Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support - Rangiora

Ravensdown Limited; Rangiora; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerowork, a Ravensdown Ltd subsidiary, is seeking an Aircraft Loader Driver (Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support) based in Rangiora to load and refuel fixed-wing aircraft safely.

You will operate loader trucks, assist with maintenance, and work flexibly including weekends; safety and weather readiness essential; training available for class 2/4 licenses.

Qualifications

• Loader/Truck driving experience preferred.
• Experience handling heavy machinery.
• Flexibility to respond to weather conditions and business needs.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Loader Driver experience

Heavy machinery handling

Flexibility for weather-driven work

Safety and quality focus

Job description

Agri Fixed Wing Ground Support - Rangiora

About this position

Aerowork is a 100% owned subsidiary of Ravensdown Ltd and is engaged in aerial application of fertilisers as an essential service for hill country farming. Our aircraft are fitted with GPS technology for accurate placement of fertiliser enabling our customers to maximise farm productivity whilst reducing the environmental impact.

The company currently has 11 operational aircraft supported by more than 35 Loader trucks capable of loading and spreading different fertilizer types across different regions in NZ. A complete Engineering department maintains aircraft and manufactures specialised aircraft parts.

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, 35+ 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.

About the role

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

Based in Rangiora 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:

• Ideally 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

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.

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