Tractor operator
Rotorua
JOB DESCRIPTION-
JOB TITLE- Tractor Operator
Pay rate- $28 - $32 per hour
JOB TITLE- Tractor Operator
Pay rate- $28 - $32 per hour
- 40 Hours weekly
No. of positions- 4
Core Duties include but are not limited to the following:-- Operate, monitor, and maintain various agricultural and horticultural machinery, including tractors and irrigation systems.
- Prepare machinery and equipment for daily operations, ensuring safety checks, maintenance, and calibration are completed as required.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functioning and minimize downtime.
- Operate machinery for land preparation, soil cultivation, fertilizing, pest and weed control, irrigation, and harvesting of horticulture crops.
- Monitor machinery performance during operation to identify issues and take corrective action where necessary.
- Follow health and safety procedures while operating machinery to prevent workplace hazards and ensure compliance with workplace policies.
- Assist with loading and unloading of horticultural produce, fertilizers, chemicals, and other materials using forklifts, loaders, or other appropriate machinery.
- Record and report machine usage, maintenance logs, and operational issues to supervisors or management.
- Assist in setting up irrigation systems and operating pumps and other watering equipment as required for crop maintenance.
- Ensure cleanliness of machinery and equipment after use to maintain hygiene standards within the horticulture site.
- Maintain awareness of weather conditions and adjust machinery operation accordingly to protect crops and ensure efficient operations.
3 Years of work experience OR Level 4 OR Higher qualification is preferable
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