Arable Operator | Fairfield Farms

Farmers Weekly; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Modern well-maintained equipment

Opportunities for individual growth

On-farm housing options

Job summary

Farmers Weekly is seeking a skilled individual for tractor operation at Fairfield Farms, located near Ashburton, New Zealand. The role involves operating large HP John Deere tractors for a variety of tasks including cultivation, drilling, and harvesting.

The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, be adaptable, and possess experience with modern technology and GPS systems. Opportunities for growth and support in a team environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating large horsepower tractors.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Willing to obtain a Class 5 license.

Responsibilities

• Operate large HP tractors for cultivations.
• Perform drilling, fertiliser spreading, and crop harvesting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Tractor operation

GPS knowledge

Tools

John Deere tractors

Job description

We are looking for a talented individual to join our growing team at Fairfield Farms.

Fairfield Farms is a division of Talleys Ltd located 10 mins north of Ashburton. We operate a large scale mixed arable farm covering 2700 ha made up of cropping, lamb finishing, beef units and a wastewater farm. We grow a wide range of crops including grass seeds, cereals, small seeds and vegetables.

Job description

Reporting to the cultivation and drilling supervisor this role will primarily be operating our large HP John Deere tractors performing cultivations and operating harvest equipment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and take pride in completing task to a high standard
• Ability to follow instructions, work within a team and independently
• The ability to multi-task and adapt to ever-changing priorities
• Tractor operation experience (in particular, large horsepower tractors) including cultivation, drilling, fertiliser spreading and crop harvesting.
• Modern technology and GPS knowledge
• Class 5 licence (would be an advantage) or willing to obtain

Additional information

• Competitive rates of pay (based on experience)
• Modern well‑maintained equipment
• Opportunities for individual growth
• Supportive team environment
• On‑farm housing options

Applications close on October, 17 2025.

Ready to start?

Applicants will need to be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please apply via email including a cover letter and copy of your CV to [e-mail] or alternately contact Geoff Roberts on 027 487 9867.