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Midlands Contracting Ltd is an Ashburton-based company established in 2004 to provide agricultural contracting and specialist services to the New Zealand seed industry. With a focus on high-value crops grown in Mid Canterbury, Midlands Contracting has diversified into two main areas: precision agricultural contracting and freight & logistics.

Midlands Contracting provides a range of precision agricultural contracting services, including GPS precision seeding, transplanting, inter-row spraying, and mulching/male removal. We work with Midlands Seed and other seed companies to reduce the risks associated with high-value crops through our expertise in machinery, crop management, and Canterbury’s diverse growing conditions.

This is a rare opportunity to join our team as an Agricultural Contracting Operator.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Agricultural contracting work, including planting, inter-row spraying, and male removal in hybrid crops, along with other specialist tasks.
• Loading and transporting export shipping containers to and from port.
• Maintenance and servicing of contracting machinery.

Ideal Candidate:

• Basic understanding of arable crop production and agricultural machinery.
• Previous experience in tractor and truck driving.
• A current Class 4 licence (Class 5 assistance can be provided).
• Physically fit, able to multi-task, and a team player.
• Local area knowledge is an advantage.

What We Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position with extended work hours during seasonal peak periods.
• Highly competitive remuneration package.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Join a dedicated team in a role that seldom becomes available.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. We will not accept applications without this in place and will not be able to support or endorse visa applications.

Please provide your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and which position you are applying for.

To discuss the role in confidence, please contact Georgie Wade on 027 406 3990 or email: jobs@midlands.co.nz.

For more information and to view a position description, please visit https://www.midlandsnz.com/our-services/contracting.