Cropping Operator: Tractor & Field Technician (Full-Time)

Southern Fresh Group; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable work

Competitive pay

Training & development

Modern machinery

Team environment

Job summary

Southern Fresh Group in New Zealand is seeking an experienced tractor operator for a practical cropping role with variety and responsibility across outdoor production areas. You will operate tractors and cropping machinery, handle soil prep, planting, seeding, spraying, crop monitoring, irrigation support, and basic machinery maintenance.

We value proven tractor experience, ability to work outdoors in all weather, and a dependable team player with a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Proven tractor operating experience is essential.
• Cropping, horticulture or agricultural experience preferred.
• Growsafe certificate is an advantage.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and cropping machinery.
• Soil preparation, planting, and seeding.
• Spraying and fertiliser application where qualified.
• Crop monitoring and irrigation support.
• Basic machinery care and routine maintenance.
• Record planting, spraying and operations data using digital systems.
• Work safely and follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Tractor operation

Outdoor work

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Growsafe certificate

Job description

Southern Fresh Group in New Zealand is seeking an experienced tractor operator for a practical cropping role with variety and responsibility across outdoor production areas. You will operate tractors and cropping machinery, handle soil prep, planting, seeding, spraying, crop monitoring, irrigation support, and basic machinery maintenance.

We value proven tractor experience, ability to work outdoors in all weather, and a dependable team player with a willingness to learn.