• Permanent role | 90 hours per fortnight

• Competitive hourly rate + great benefits

• Use your forklift, WTR and machinery operating skills in a permanent, hands-on role

Put your forklift, WTR and machinery operating skills to work in a permanent role with regular hours, great benefits and a team that's proud to support New Zealand farmers.

We're seeking an experienced operator with a Full Class 1 Licence, Forklift (F) Endorsement, OSH Forklift Operator's Certificate and WTR endorsements to join our Winton Mill team. If you enjoy practical work, operating machinery and being part of a team that gets the job done, we'd love to hear from you.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As part of our manufacturing team, you'll help keep production running safely and efficiently. Your day-to-day work may include:

• Operating forklifts, loaders and production equipment

• Loading and unloading trucks

• Supporting the manufacture of quality stockfeed products

• Monitoring product quality and production standards

• Completing general site housekeeping and maintenance

• Working closely with the team to keep operations running smoothly

This is a permanent position working 90 hours per fortnight.

Mōhou ake | About you

You'll bring:

• A strong commitment to health and safety

• A current Full Class 1 Licence

• A current Forklift (F) Endorsement

• A current OSH Forklift Operator's Certificate

• Current WTR Endorsements

• Experience operating forklifts, loaders, machinery or mobile plant

• A practical, reliable attitude and strong work ethic

• The ability to work well within a team

Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, warehousing, transport or a similar environment will be highly regarded.

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

At Farmlands, we look after our people with:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Great leave benefits, including birthday leave, leave purchase opportunities and sick leave from Day 1

• Staff discounts and Farmlands Card benefits

• Additional parental leave benefits

• Work alongside a close-knit team where everyone pitches in and looks out for each other

• Ongoing training and development

Mō mātou | About us

Farmlands is New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, supporting farmers and growers from Northland to Southland. What we do helps keep rural New Zealand moving, and our manufacturing teams play a key part in that success.

Te Tono | Apply now

If you're an experienced operator looking for a permanent role with regular hours, great benefits and a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV. No cover letter required.

Applications close: 12 August 2026

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including references, Ministry of Justice, right to work and other role-related checks.