Job Details
Category: Arable
Location: Ashburton
Fairfield Farms
Arable Operator | Fairfield Farms
We are looking for a talented individual to join our growing team at Fairfield Farms.
Fairfield Farms is a division of Talleys Ltd located 10mins north of Ashburton. We operate a large scale mixed arable farm covering 2700 ha made up of cropping, lamb finishing, beef
units and a wastewater farm. We grow a wide range of crops including grass seeds, cereals, small seeds and vegetables.
Job description
Reporting to the cultivation and drilling supervisor this role will primarily be operating our large HP John Deere tractors performing cultivations and operating harvest equipment.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
- Attention to detail and take pride in completing task to a high standard
- Ability to follow instructions, work within a team and independently
- A can-do attitude
- The ability to multi-task and adapt to ever-changing priorities
- Tractor operation experience (in particular, large horsepower tractors) including cultivation, drilling, fertiliser spreading and crop harvesting.
- Modern technology and GPS knowledge
- Class 5 licence (would be an advantage) or willing to obtain
Addition information
In return we can offer:
- Competitive rates of pay (based on experience)
- Modern well-maintained equipment
- Opportunities for individual growth
- Supportive team environment
- On farm housing options
Applications close on October, 17 2025.
Ready to start?
Applicants will need to be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please apply via email including a cover letter and copy of your CV to geoff.roberts@fairfieldfarms.co.nz or alternately
contact Geoff Roberts on 027 487 9867.
Date Posted: 2025-09-22
