Machinery Operator - Matamata

A S Wilcox & Sons Limited; Matamata; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Wilcox are seeking an experienced Machinery Operator (Tractor) to join our Horticulture team based in Matamata. You’ll operate a range of agricultural machinery for ground preparation, cultivation, planting and harvesting. We offer a values-driven team and competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.

This role requires strong tractor skills and the ability to work safely with modern equipment across multiple sites in Matamata and occasional travel to Pukekohe and Ohakune as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in horticulture machinery operation, outdoor cropping and farming.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Operate a range of agricultural and horticulture machinery.

Responsibilities

• Undertake machinery operation as required i.e. ground prep/cultivation, planting, harvesting operations.
• Ensure high level of driving competency
• Day to day set up of planters and technical equipment
• Bin trailer driving and operation as required
• Assisting with the spraying team
• Assist with irrigation

Skills

Tractor operation

Ground prep

Cultivation

Planting

Harvesting

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Wilcox are seeking an experienced Machinery Operator (Tractor) to join our Horticulture team based in Matamata. This role involves supporting the growing operation by providing specialised operations in the areas of ground preparation, cultivation, planting and harvesting.

This position requires that the applicant can operate a range of agricultural and horticulture machinery. You’ll need demonstrated tractor skills in cultivation, planting, and harvesting. In return, we’ll support your growth in a values-driven team that values integrity, reliability, and a good sense of humour.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake machinery operation as required i.e. ground prep/cultivation, planting, harvesting operations.
• Ensure high level of driving competency
• Day to day set up of planters and technical equipment
• Bin trailer driving and operation as required
• Assisting with the spraying team
• Assist with irrigation

Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in horticulture machinery operation, outdoor cropping and farming.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and safety-focused team.
• Work with modern equipment in a progressive horticulture business.
• Competitive pay rates aligned with your skills and experience.

Location: This role is based in Matamata. Occasional travel to our Pukekohe and Ohakune production sites may be required to meet business and operational needs.

For more information about who we are and what we do visit our website www.wilcoxgoodness.co.nz

Our sites are drug and alcohol free, and the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and will be exposed to random drug screening once employed.