We have exciting opportunities within our Marlborough Machine Operations Team for Vineyard Tractor Operators for entry-level and experienced operators.
We have both fixed term (for the busy harvest period) and permanent roles available.
You will be working within a well-respected modern fleet of viticulture machinery providing an industry-leading service to our Marlborough Vineyards.
What do we offer?
Competitive pay rates - with your pay reflective of your skill level
Training in tractor and machine operation as required
A modern well-maintained fleet of vineyard machinery
Career paths with opportunity for development
Generous Product Allowance and staff benefits such as life insurance, and health insurance for you and your family after a year's service.
Well-defined Standard Operating Procedures with training support from our dedicated trainer and experienced team.
A friendly and welcoming team!
Your unique contribution
You will add value to the team through:
Tractor and machinery operations, spraying, trimming, defoliating, mowing, reposting, and other vineyard development tasks as required.
Harvest activities including machine and hand harvest operations.
The hours of work are usually 40 per week Monday to Friday, plus some Saturday work and extended hours during peak periods as required.
Your perfect blend of Talent
Tractor and/or machinery operation experience an advantage, but not required.
Ability to work with an iPad for internal systems, with training provided.
An interest in working with our Autonomous Vineyard Tractors (AVTs) would be an advantage.
Happy to work as part of a team as well as able to use own initiative.
Have good attention to detail.
Understanding the importance of workplace safety and following company processes and procedures.
This role involves chemical handling, and the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake agri-chemical spraying as part of this role.
A minimum of a restricted NZ drivers licence.
Please note this role is physical in nature - need to have a good level of fitness to meet the physical demands of the role (e.g. able to lift up to 15kg, bending/lifting, turning, filling sprayers, post driving etc).
If you want to work with people who acknowledge you and the value you bring, then apply now! You too can be part of the Pernod Ricard Way.
Only those with full, unrestricted working rights in New Zealand will be considered for this position.
Please note all our sites are Smokefree and pre-employment drug testing is required.
If this sounds like the new challenge that you have been waiting for we'd love to hear from you! Please indicate in your application if you are applying for the Fixed Term or Permanent position.
Please Note:
The health, safety and wellbeing of our team is paramount to all that we do - all our sites/vineyards are smoke (and vape) free.
You will need to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and please note that our Company has a random drug testing policy.
You must have eligibility to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
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