Machine / Atom Sprayer Operator

Prospa Contracting Services is EastPack’s Orchard Management Machinery and Spray Division, servicing one of the largest orchard management companies in New Zealand, offering a full range of services that aim to optimise productivity and maximise returns for our growers.

We pride ourselves on being one of the fastest growing operations within the kiwifruit industry.

We are looking for an experienced, motivated and hardworking individual who enjoys a hands-on role to join our Te Puke based team as a Machine / Sprayer Operator, on a fixed term basis until Christmas.

Applicants should ideally possess the following:

• Previous experience operating sprayers and other machinery
• Mechanical aptitude
• Have your own reliable transport and full clean NZ driver's licence (at least class 1 AND class 2)
• Kiwifruit industry knowledge / experience would be an advantage
• Be comfortable to work independently and as a team player
• Able to follow instructions
• Solid problem-solving skills and a positive attitude
• Good time management and organisational skills (able to prioritise!)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• A clear understanding and awareness of safe work practices
• A reasonable level of physical fitness
• Flexibility to work extended hours including weekends when required, during our main spraying and harvest peaks.

Applicants also need to be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

EastPack operates a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and be subject to ongoing random drug testing.

Just some of what you can learn as part of this role:

• Operating mowers, mulchers and sprayers
• Obtain a Grow Safe certificate
• Safe use of agrichemicals
• Understanding the impact of weather conditions for spraying
• Spray requirements for kiwifruit orchards
• Kiwifruit orchard maintenance

The size and growth of our EastPack operation offers an excellent career path for great people. We offer a competitive hourly rate, based on skills and experience and are willing to offer a thorough training and development plan for the successful candidate.  We can also guarantee that no two days are ever the same!

If you are looking for a role to utilise your skills and experience, pride yourself on optimising productivity and want to join the fastest growing operation in the kiwifruit industry, then we want to hear from you.

Please APPLY NOW - you must provide an up-to-date CV and a cover letter, explaining why you are who we are looking for.

Please note: We will be reviewing and shortlisting applications as they are received, and advertising may be closed early. We encourage early applications!