Job Details
Category: Tractor / Truck / Machinery Operator
Location: Hawke's Bay
Rural Directions
Stock Truck Driver/General & Tractor Operator/General
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Two Positions Available
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Located in in Argyll and Waipawa, conveniently just 40 minutes from Hastings.
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Be part of a team with strong relationships and long-term stability.
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Enjoy excellent on-farm infrastructure and equipment.
Your Future Workplace
NB Twist is a family-owned farming operation spanning multiple properties in Central Hawke’s Bay, with bases in Argyll and Waipawa. The farms feature predominantly flat to easy rolling terrain and excellent infrastructure, supporting a flexible and diverse system that includes breeding cows, MA ewes, a venison herd, and finishing a substantial number of lambs.
NB Twist is a family-owned farming operation spanning multiple properties in Central Hawke’s Bay, with bases in Argyll and Waipawa. The farms feature predominantly flat to easy rolling terrain and excellent infrastructure, supporting a flexible and diverse system that includes breeding cows, MA ewes, a venison herd, and finishing a substantial number of lambs.
The operation is well-managed and progressive, conveniently located 20 minutes from Waipukurau and 40 minutes from Hastings. NB Twist has built a strong reputation as an excellent employer, reflected in the longevity and stability of its team. They take pride in providing high-quality equipment and resources to enable staff to perform at their best.
Your Role
There are two roles available, and the responsibilities can be tailored to suit the skills and experience of your preferred position. These positions can be intertwined i.e. Stock Truck Driver/Tractor Operator or Tractor Operator/Fencer General and all options will have a small amount of stock work.
There are two roles available, and the responsibilities can be tailored to suit the skills and experience of your preferred position. These positions can be intertwined i.e. Stock Truck Driver/Tractor Operator or Tractor Operator/Fencer General and all options will have a small amount of stock work.
The first position is a Stock Truck Driver & General. You will be required to have your Class 4 and 5 licences, along with proven experience carting livestock in a 9-axle (54T) rig. You will also need to be comfortable working with stock and demonstrate good stock sense. The truck is usually working 2-4 days a week with the occasional overnight stays as required.
The second position is a Tractor Operator & General. This role focuses on tractor and machinery operation, including cultivation and general tractor work (training can be provided). All equipment required for both agricultural and general machinery work is supplied on farm.
Both roles involve some general fencing and stock work, depending on your experience.
The farm is busy and highly efficient, and our client is seeking reliable, flexible team players with strong practical skills, a good work ethic, and a sense of humour.
What You’ll Bring:
Stock Truck Driver & General
- Hold Class 4 & 5 licences.
- Proven experience carting livestock, including handling a 9-axle (54T) unit.
- Strong stock handling skills and good stock sense.
- Comfortable and confident working with livestock.
- Rural background with practical farming skills.
Tractor Operator & General
- Experience with general tractor work, including feeding out.
- Knowledge of full cultivation processes, direct drilling, spraying, discing, power harrowing, and rolling (guidance/training provided).
Both roles
- Strong practical farming skills with a rural background.
- Fencing skills and a practical, can-do attitude.
- Good stockmanship, including experience using a handpiece.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, flexible, and organised, with a strong work ethic.
- Good communicator with an excellent sense of humour.
- Responsible and respectful of farm equipment and resources.
To read more about the position and farm layout please visit – https://bit.ly/4lZHiqN
Why You’ll Love This Job
- Great support systems in place with owners who are willing to pass on knowledge and upskill their employees.
- Provides the opportunity to gain further responsibility.
- Opportunity to work within an inclusive farming environment, where there is the chance to further your skills and progress your knowledge.
- Opportunity to work on a breeding and finishing operation, that has established some excellent infrastructure.
- Modern technologies and systems within the business.
- Drive a well-maintained stock truck and operate modern tractors.
- Work with friendly, supportive people on a tidy, well-run farm.
- Be part of a team with strong relationships and long-term stability.
- Enjoy excellent on-farm infrastructure and equipment.
Applications close Sunday 19th April 2026 however will be reviewed as received
Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
Date Posted: 2026-04-01
