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Agricultural Mechanic / Crop Sprayer Operator
Wanted at +1000 ha arable farm in Ashburton, New Zealand
Agricultural Mechanic
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Crop sprayer operator (Agrifac)
!! European applicants invited !!
Lovett Family Farms (https://lovettfarms.co.nz) has over 3 generations developed into a successful arable farm of approximately 1000 hectares growing a variety of vegetables and grains. In addition to the most modern machines, the facilities also include an onion sorting line, a potato storage facility, a carrot washing facility and a spacious, modern equipped workshop.
Lovett Family Farms is looking for an Agricultural Mechanic:
- Maintenance of farm equipment such as Fendt, New Holland, John Deere, Case, Dewulf, Trimble and more
- Manufacturing of various machines and parts
- Troubleshooting
- Welding proficiency/welding certificate is helpful for this position
And for a motivated and knowledgeable Crop sprayer operator (Agrifac Endurance)
- Having at least 2 years spray operator experience
To be successful in these roles you:
- Are autonomous and result-oriented
- Have agricultural knowledge
- Can communicate and set priorities in consultation with management
- Are solution-oriented; levelheaded; reliable
- Have decent speaking and reading skills in English
- Can adapt to the seasonal workload
Lovett Family Farms has good experiences with European employees and is open to hiring those who want to broaden their horizons for a period of at least 2 years.
Offered:
- Great career opportunity to develop your agricultural technical potential internationally
- Excellent earning potential with highly competitive salaries on offer
- Support in finding housing and integrating into the community
- Lovely location 5 minutes from Ashburton and less than an hour from Christchurch
- Living and working with an internationally oriented group of committed people
For application or information approach Daniel Lovett: daniel@lffl.co.nz
