Exciting full-time roles are available in Farm Worker Job in New Zealand Dargaville for a Forklift Driver ($30/hr) and Maintenance Assistant Workers ($27/hr), offering 30–40 hours per week with flexible shifts, including weekends. The Forklift Driver must have a valid international forklift licence, relevant Level 4 qualification, or 3 years of commercial driving experience, and must pass a drug test with no serious driving convictions. Key tasks include operating forklifts, loading/unloading produce, and maintaining safety standards. The Maintenance Assistant roles require at least 1 year of farm/orchard experience or a Level 4 qualification, with duties involving fencing, repairs, tool use, and outdoor maintenance work. Both positions offer competitive pay, a team-focused environment, and opportunities to contribute to productive agricultural operations.
Full job description
Position Available: Forklift Driver
Number of Positions Available: 1
Location: Dargaville
Payrate: $30 per hour
Minimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30
Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40
Key Requirements:
Must have a Valid International Driving Forklift Licence Equivalent to New Zealand Forklift Licence
Or
Must Have Qualifications in Any Industry Minimum Level 4 or above equivalent to New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Or
3 Experience in Driving Heavy Vehicle or any form of Commercial Driving
Must Pass Drug Test
Must not have any prior serious driving convictions
Floating Shifts – weekends included
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate forklifts to transport produce bins, pallets, and materials on the farm and in packhouse areas
- Load and unload trucks, containers, and storage areas with care and efficiency
- Perform pre-start safety checks and report any mechanical faults
- Assist in the coordination of stock movement between farm sites and cool storage
- Adhere to health, safety, and biosecurity protocols
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of work zones
Position Available: Maintenance Assistant Worker
Number of Positions Available: 3
Location: Dargaville
Payrate: $27 per hour
Minimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30
Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40
Key Requirements:
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in orchard, farm, or general maintenance work
or level 4 or above relevant qualification. - Relevant hands-on skills in outdoor maintenance, repair, or equipment operation
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in variable weather
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with farm maintenance tasks such as fencing, irrigation, equipment repairs, and structural upkeep
- Operate small tools and machinery (trimmers, blowers, hedge cutters) under supervision
- Report safety hazards, maintenance issues, or damage to supervisors
- Follow all workplace safety, biosecurity, and equipment handling protocols
- Support orchard and field operations as required
Pay: Please refer to job description below
