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• Competitive salary   +   he alth and   life i nsurance • Accommodation provided • Great l ocation ,   just o uts ide of   Ta up ō Rangitaiki is a place where scale, variety, and teamwork all come together ,   on on e of   Ao tearo a's lar gest st ations . T HE OPPORTUNITY If you enjoy spending most of your day on machinery and taking real pride in how a farm looks and runs, this role offers the chance to be part of a large-scale farming operation where your work will be seen and valued every day. Around   seventy percent   of this role is tractor and machinery operation, so   you’ll   be hands-on with the work that keeps the farm moving.   You’ll   be working with modern, well-maintained gear across a range of jobs, including   cultivation and cropping work, feeding out, topping   pastures , carting metal for tracks and paths, and helping keep machinery, vehicles, and equipment   in   good shape .   You’ll   also support fencing, general repairs, and other farm maintenance jobs as needed. There is good variety in the role, but it also offers a steady rhythm with   largely consistent   hours throughout the year.   You’ll   be trusted to manage your day,   plan ahead , and work with the wider team to keep things running smoothly.   It’s   a great opportunity   for someone who likes practical, hands-on work, enjoys being outdoors, and gets satisfaction from seeing a job done well. You’ll   be part of the Infrastructure and Machinery team at Rangitaiki Station, contributing to a progressive, well-supported farming operation. This is a role where a capable machinery operator can make a real difference ,   keeping tracks,   pastures,   paddocks, vehicles, gear, and day-to-day farm operations in   good shape . A BOUT YO U Yo u are   confident operating tractors and farm machinery, enjoy practical work, and take pride in keeping things tidy, safe, and well   maintained . You do not need to tick every box, but   you’ll   need to be comfortable spending a large part of your day operating machinery and working independently. I d eally   you will br ing : • Confidence operating tractors and other farm machinery • Experience with general machinery work such as cultivation, cropping, feeding out, topping, or carting • Practical skills in fencing, basic repairs, vehicle maintenance, or general farm upkeep • A good eye for what needs doing and the motivation to get stuck in without needing close supervision • A tidy, safe approach to looking after machinery, vehicles, tools, and farm assets • A willingness to be part of a team and help - out with wider farm jobs when needed • A current full New Zealand driver licence What will stand out is someone who is reliable, practical, and self-motivated ,   the type of person who notices when something needs fixing, takes pride in doing things properly, and enjoys being part of a team that keeps a large station running well. T HE FARM Rangitaiki Station is a place where scale, variety, and teamwork all come together. As Pāmu’s second-largest farm, and New Zealand’s third largest, it covers 7,802 hectares and runs a mix of sheep, beef, and deer. It’s   a big, complex operation, which means the work is varied, the learning is ongoing, and there is plenty of opportunity to make a visible impact. Set near Taupō, the station has flat to rolling country sitting between 650 and 900 metres above sea level. Winters can be long, but when spring arrives, the farm really comes to life with strong pasture growth and plenty happening across the operation. This role sits within the Infrastructure and Machinery team of five, a key part of keeping the station running well. You’ll be working alongside a wider team of 22 skilled and passionate people who work together across the farm systems. It’s   a team environment where everyone has a part to play, and where good machinery, tidy infrastructure, and well-maintained tracks, vehicles, and equipment make a real difference to how the station performs. B ENEFITS We offer a competitive salary package, including health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching.   You'll   also rece ive an extra d ay of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing   training   and development. Accommodation is provided ;   two-bedroom cottage   is   available   with Power + Wifi covered . A PPLY NOW Applications close   midnight   Sunday   23   August   20 2 6 . For   further   information about the role please contact   Infrastructure Manager, Ian Lewis,   on 0 27 2914705   or   Farm   Business Manager, James van Bohemen on 027 444 4100. For a   copy of   the   jo b d escription , please u se this li nk: Machinery_General_Rangitaiki.pdf To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pāmu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed. Our values are core to who we are at Pāmu and the way that we all work together.  We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder. To read more, click on this link to see them on our website. To see what it's like to work in our Dairy team, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Dairy Assistant at Pāmu, or to learn about what our Livestock team is all about, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Shepherd at Pāmu. Pāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, and successful applicants will be employed by Landcorp Farming Limited.