11 Tractor Driver jobs

Lead machinery and infrastructure operations on a large, progressive dairy farm. Apatu Farms is a leading Maori agribusiness recognised for scale, performance, and operational excellence across Hawke's Bay. We are focused on people, productivity, and continuous improvement, operating a diverse range of horticultural, agricultural, and dairy enterprises. Our Plantation Dairy is a high-performing operation milking up to 1,800 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary, supported by a skilled team, quality infrastructure, and a commitment to doing things well. We are seeking a Machinery & Farm Operations Lead to take ownership of machinery, irrigation, effluent, and infrastructure operations across the farm. This is not just another tractor driving role. It's a hands-on leadership position where you'll plan, coordinate, and deliver key farm operations while leading a team of two machinery operators and setting the standard for performance, organisation, and equipment care....

Keen to be part of something new and exciting? We’re looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to milking cows, animal health and feeding allocation with high attention to detail in the cow shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. The farm is located 15 minutes East of Asburton through a 80 Bail Rotary shed. (Auto teatsprayer, Halter and protrack) 2 years experience or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Must be capable tractor operator and must be able to do rotorainers Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and...

Experienced Relief Milker wanted for small dairy farm just out of Norsewood town in the Southern Hawkes Bay. Positon is drive in only. Role would be mostly sole charge, covering days off by negotiation. Tractor experience is also helpful.  Milking 230 quiet cows through a 25ASHB, farm has Halter so use of the app and the operation of it is necessary and would be taught.  Please call 0226379221 if interested. Many thanks :) 

This is a unique role which covers a range of skills required.  Predominantly the role will require you to do building and construction work as well as general  maintenance on farm sheds, houses and any other requirements building related.  Tractor and machinery operating skills for cropping and harvesting seasons.  General farm maintenance such as fencing, stock work and helping other farm staff over calving periods. This is an out of milking shed role.  You will be working directly under/with farm owner. Must have experience in a range of skills, have an easy going, good attitude and likes to have a laugh while still getting the jobs done. Must live in NZ. We are not accredited employers.

We are a busy 1100 cow dairy farm on the border of Whanganui city.  We are looking for a part-time tractor driver for our busy cropping season coming up.  Cropping and silage would be the main jobs you would be working on.  This season runs from now to Christmas.  We also will need help around February, March. This job would suit someone retired or semi-retired as the hours are sporadic.  We plant our own crops and make all our own silage.  The work is often weather dependent.   Experience not important as long as you are a competent driver.

ABOUT SMITHILL Smithill Limited is a family-owned and operated Southland farming business running four dairy farms and an expanding dairy support operation. Following the purchase of a dry stock block in Clifden, we are looking for a practical and capable  Machinery Operator and Dry Stock (Dairy Support) Assistant to join our team. This is an opportunity to become part of a growing operation and help establish and develop a new support property. ABOUT THE ROLE Based primarily on our dry stock blocks, you will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider Smithill team. This is a varied, hands-on role combining machinery operation, cattle work, cropping, feeding, maintenance and farm development. Your responsibilities will include: • Operating tractors and farm machinery for cultivation, sowing, mowing, fertiliser application and feeding out • Operating silage wagons, feeding equipment and other implements • Digger operation where trained and competent •...

Our client is looking for an experienced machinery operator who enjoys variety, takes pride in your work, and thrives in a large-scale farming environment? An opportunity is available for a capable Tractor Operator to join a progressive farming business in the Manawatu.  This drive-in role offers approximately 45 hours per week across multiple farming properties located within close proximity of each other. Working within a well-resourced operation, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of two large-scale dairy farms and an adjoining farming enterprise.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys machinery work while also being willing to lend a hand with general farm maintenance and support tasks when required. About the Role This is a hands-on position where you'll take responsibility for a wide range of machinery-based activities across the farming operation.  A significant part of the role will involve feeding out to...

Full time hours Truck Driverr with Truck driver role in Pukekohe, Auckland. Apply now to be part of our team. Requirements for this role: 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role Expected salary: $25  per hour Full time hours Class 2-4 Driver needed in Franklin 🚜 Tractor and Truck Driver (Class 2–4 Licence)   Location:  Franklin, Auckland  Pay: $25 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week Maximum 70 Employment Type:  Full-time, permanent A well-established horticultural grower based in  Franklin  is seeking a  Tractor and Truck Driver  with a valid  Class 2–4 NZ Driver’s Licence  to join our hardworking team. This is a full-time role involving both on-farm machinery operation and transportation tasks. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Operate tractors for cultivation, spraying, planting and harvesting tasks Drive trucks to transport produce, equipment and materials around the farm...

You MUST have significant experience operating large agricultural machinery.   DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE A FOREIGNER WITH NO EXPERIENCE  Must have a current NZ work visa or be able to meet the criteria to apply for a work visa The position is for a dairy farm machine operator.  Your role will mostly involve dairy farm tractor work, occasionally assisting with livestock handling and milking duties. Tractor-related  tasks include: Pasture spraying Fertiliser spreading Feeding out (mixer wagon) Cultivation - discs + power harrow Undersowing Track maintenance Pasture topping/mowing Silage bale handling  Digger work (prefered but not essential)  Key duties: Operating tractors and other farm machinery safely and efficiently. Carrying out feeding work, including transporting and distributing silage, hay, supplements and other feed. Assisting with pasture management, mowing, topping, cultivation, fertiliser spreading and other tractor-related...

Do you enjoy farming, but dont want to be stuck in the cowshed all of the time? Do you want plenty of variety in your job, and to work with a great team? Due to expansion within our business, we are looking for someone to help our runoff manager. We are a family owned business with five dairy farms and a number of runoffs. We do a significant amount of the contracting work "in house," so are searching for someone with a wide range of skills. Your daily work would be quite varied and would include tractor/ground work, silage/baleage making, and stock work. Over winter we help to shift the dairy cows on crop and sometimes may do some milkings on the dairy farms. We work as a team so require someone with great communication skills and the ability to get on with a wide range of people. You will report to our runoff manager, who will provide support and training as needed. A positive attitude and a high work ethic are needed. There will be times (e.g. baleage making), where the hours...

Are you looking for variety in your tractor driving/fencing work day?  No week will ever be the same; with three dairy platforms, two run offs, and a cut and carry unit to keep you busy. As our business grows we simply have too much work for one person, so we need you. We are looking for someone with proven experience fencing and tractor driving. You must be a self starter, have initiative and be able to work unsupervised.    Work will be Monday - Friday, although depending on the workload some Saturday work required may be required. Remuneration will be mutually agreed upon depending on experience and skill levels. Work will start as a Fixed Term role with the possibility of progressing to a Permanent Full Time role. Accommodation is available. Location is great. The farms are centrally located, approx. 1hr45 to Queenstown, 1 hour to Te Anau.