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Truck Driver/Groundcrew (Class 5)65073829414403110

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Truck Driver/Groundcrew (Class 5)

Helicopter Ground Crew Member & Truck Driver – Full-Time, Permanent Negotiable Start Date Are you safety-focused, physically fit, and ready for a hands-on role in a dynamic environment? We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Helicopter Ground Crew Member and Truck Driver. This full-time permanent position plays a critical role in supporting helicopter operations, ensuring safety, and keeping ground logistics running smoothly. Full training provided – you'll work alongside experienced crew until you're confident and competent in the role. Key Responsibilities Support all ground-based helicopter operations, including: *Refuelling *Loading helicopters with fertiliser and agrichemicals *Fire response operations *General ground handling and helicopter support *Safely guide helicopters in and out of landing zones using communication equipment *Drive and operate 6 & 8-wheeler truck and trailer units to deliver bulk fertiliser to helicopter sites *Drive 8-wheeler spray(mixing) truck with helipad *Transport equipment and personnel to various job sites *Monitor weather conditions and assist in flight preparation *Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of helicopters and ground equipment *Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and standard operating practices *Deliver excellent customer service to clients on-site Skills & Qualifications *Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy equipment *Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions *Flexible with working hours – this is not a typical 9–5 job; availability for early starts, weekends, and occasional overnight travel is required. You must be capable of waking up early and working long hours during season peaks. We also work around the weather so it defiantly adds another dynamic. *Good with basic maths (As you will be mixing the spray loads for the helicopter) *Full Class 4 or 5 license required *Experience operating truck & trailer units; bulk product handling experience an advantage *Bonus: Dangerous Goods endorsement, Growsafe Certificate, and First Aid certification *Strong work ethic, safety awareness, and team player attitude What We Offer *Above industry average hourly rate *Comprehensive on-the-job training *Opportunities for career growth within the aviation and transport sectors *A supportive team environment with a focus on safety and professional development If you’re ready to take your career off the ground – literally – and want to be part of a high-performing team in an exciting industry, apply now! Apply with a CV and Cover Letter

Otorohanga, New Zealand

NZ$30-40/hour

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Driver/Operator

Servicing our farming communities, Disher Contracting, based out of Maihiihi, Ōtorohanga is a local agricultural contractor working across the North King Country district. With a strong workload ahead for 2026, we are looking for an individual to join our hardworking team, commencing as soon as possible. We have a vacancy for a full time Tractor Driver, all experience considered, an allrounder for all of our machinery is important. It would be valuable if you happened to have your Class 5 license to transport gear. The experience we are looking for is: • WTR endorsements • Class 5 Drivers License (consideration to Class 4) • Experience with agricultural machinery (or experience with graders, bulldozers considered) • Fully capable of working unsupervised with good practical problem solving • Take pride in your work and care for equipment being operated • Strong Health & safety approach • A good sense of humour, because we love a good laugh. We pay a good hourly rate to match the skills and experience required. You will get to have weekends off (if you’d like), and working on public holidays is only an option when the weather doesn’t play the game. Send your previous work history to nicki@eight73consulting.co.nz or call 07 873 7104 for more information. Applications close 2 February 2026, candidates must be eligible to work in NZ as we are not an accredited employer.

Otorohanga, New Zealand

NZ$35-45/hour

Experienced Shepherd General65073826660737112

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Experienced Shepherd General

Verry Farming Limited is a farming business running 1700ha near Te Kuiti. We run 7500 sheep and the cattle policy includes bulls, steers, dairy grazers, beef heifers and cows. You would be working with the manager and three others including a Growing Future Farmer student. You should have: 4-5 years farming experience 5-6 capable working dogs A genuine passion for farming An interest and experience in driving livestock performance and pasture management Ability to take responsibility for day to day tasks High standards and be a self-starter when it comes to R&M and general duties Key attributes required are excellent communication and time management, attention to detail, a willingness to learn and a sense of humour. We offer a supportive work environment and encourage further training to help you grow your responsibility within the role. Accommodation is a tidy, warm four bedroom house, near Te Kuiti. Come and be part of a great team living in a friendly and social community. You must be a NZ resident currently living in NZ to apply If you are interested please email CV, covering letter to Wendy Verry verryfarming@gmail.com or call Rameka Edwards on 021 02481174 in the evenings for more information.

Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

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Shepherd General

We are a family farming business, who is striving to be a leader in sustainable farming practices. Environmentally, Socially and Financially. Shepherd General An opportunity has arisen for a hard-working, self-motivated person to join our team as our Shepherd General. We have a 1150ha (900ha eff) sheep and beef farm with 40/60 sheep and cattle split. We aim to finish all stock, with the cattle operation being predominantly a bull finishing system. Finishing up to 600 bulls per year. The farm is situated 6km from Piopio in the King Country. The successful applicant will: * Work alongside our stock manager and farm owner. * Have good general stockmanship skills. * Need at least two working dogs. * Be able to work unsupervised and in a team. * Have farm maintenance skills and high standards. * Have some experience with tractors. On farm and external training is provided and encouraged when needed. Piopio is a great town with all the amenities including good primary and secondary schools. The district has lots of hunting and tramping opportunities, along with the west coast only a short 40min drive away. The Job comes with competitive remuneration and a nice 2-bedroom cottage, with the school bus at the gate. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram along with our website Rotomate.co.nz So if this job speaks to you and you have a happy can do attitude, send a cover letter and CV with 2 references to Mat Sherriff at matsherriff@rotomate.co.nz Start Date flexible Applications close Monday 2nd December 2025

Waitomo Caves, New Zealand