Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator

Baygold is seeking skilled Horticultural Machinery Operators to deliver high-quality orchard machinery services across our kiwifruit operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in operating and maintaining machinery, and values safety, teamwork, and getting the job done right. 

(Apply now through our careers website: https://baygold.bamboohr.com/careers/65)

Key responsibilities:

·       Operate a range of horticultural machinery safely and effectively, including tractors, attachments, and orchard equipment

·       Complete orchard operations including spraying, mowing, mulching, compost spreading, and fertiliser application

·       Operate an Atom Self-Propelled Orchard Sprayer where trained and required

·       Communicate with Orchard Managers and on-site teams to coordinate work

·       Complete pre-start checks, equipment inspections, and basic machinery maintenance

·       Clean and maintain machinery to a high standard

·       Support harvest operations as required, including forklift and tractor work

·       Follow all health and safety procedures and Safe Operating Procedures

About you:

·       Experience operating tractors, farm machinery, horticultural equipment, or similar machinery

·       Experience with agrichemicals and spraying operations is highly regarded

·       Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and troubleshoot basic equipment issues

·       A proactive approach to safety and quality

·       Good communication skills and the ability to work independently

·       Full New Zealand driver's licence and ability to drive manual vehicles

·       Forklift, Class 2 or Class 4 licences are advantageous

·       Kiwifruit or horticulture experience is beneficial but not essential

What we offer:

·       Variety in your work across orchard spraying, mowing, mulching, transport and harvest support

·       Modern machinery and equipment

·       Supportive, safety-focused team environment

·       Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career

·       Strong values that guide how we work: Care, Inspire, Perform and Grow

Apply now and be part of a team producing world-class kiwifruit!

(Apply now through our careers website: https://baygold.bamboohr.com/careers/65)