JCB loader operator/Forage harvester operator
STACK MACHINE OPERATOR & FORAGER OPERATOR REQUIRED FOR 25/26 SILAGE SEASON
It’s that time of the year again. We are now taking applications for an experienced Stack Machine Operator to drive our JCB Loader and an experienced Forager Operator for the 25/26 Silage season.
Based in Marton, lower North Island, Pilet Contracting specialises in pit silage and all forms of baling.We run a modern fleet of John Deere and Fendt tractors, two Claas forager harvesters and trucks to handle all forms of cartage. Our full time mechanic works out of a well stocked workshop which gives us all the parts and know how to keep us going in the heat of the season.
Our season kicks off at the start of October with grass silage and balage, then on to hay, straw, cereal and maize silage finally finishing up in May.
Stack Machine Operator: Your main role will be stacking silage throughout grass and maize harvest, although at certain times of the season there will be opportunities for you to drive other machines.
Forager Operator: Your main role will be driving one of our Claas 960 Foragers to complete the grass and maize harvest season. There will also be opportunities for you to drive other machines.
Attributes required for these roles:
- Minimum 2 years experience
- Minimum full class one NZ license or equivalent foreign license (wheels & rollers endorsement advantageous)
- Must be able to work well within a team environment
- Have good communication skills
- Attention to detail and be able to work to a high standard
- Must be able to handle high workload at certain times of the season
These roles are for a fixed term but for the suitable applicant full time work is available. Remuneration will be based on experience.
Minimum hourly rate: $32.00Maximum hourly rate: $36.00
Minimum hours: 32 per week
Accommodation is available for foreign applicants.
If you have any questions about the role or what it includes please don’t hesitate to get in touch.Contact us either through messaging our Facebook page directly or emailing josh.pilet@hotmail.com.
Please if you have any questions or enquiries make contact via message or call Josh on 0277258788.Email CV’s and references through to josh.pilet@hotmail.com
https://piletcontracting.co.nz/contact