Mobile Plant Operator(s)

Baygold – Western Bay of Plenty District, North Island

Baygold is on the lookout for skilled and experienced Mobile Plant Operators to join our construction team in the Western Bay of Plenty. If you thrive outdoors, enjoy working with machinery, and want to be part of a forward‑thinking company that lives by the values of Care, Inspire, Grow, and Perform, this is your opportunity!

In this hands‑on role, you’ll support the construction and maintenance of world‑class Kiwifruit orchards, operating a variety of mobile plant equipment and attachments to carry out essential tasks across our orchard sites.

Key Responsibilities

Operate either a 3.0 m or 6.5 m Hydralada

Select and attach the correct fittings to each machine

Use mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical controls to move materials and operate attachments

Carry out tasks such as :

High‑shelter and cloth preparation

Pole work - including distributing and ramming poles

Cable and wire setup

Perform minor repairs and report mechanical issues promptly

Maintain machinery condition with regular checks and upkeep

Operate additional equipment including :

Forklifts, JCB / Skid Steer, tractors, quad bikes, winches, strainers, and other attachments / tools

Follow The Baygold Way by adhering to all Health & Safety procedures and identifying and reporting hazards and risks proactively

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you’ll need :

At least 3 years of relevant experience

Ability to perform basic measurements and mathematical calculations

Comfortable and skilled working at heights

Working at Heights certification (or equivalent experience)

Physically strong and fit, with a focus on safe work practices

Clean NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport

Wheels and Tracks certificate

There are so many reasons to join our team!

Great pay to match your skills and you’ll love our profit share scheme

Health insurance, mole maps, and health monitoring (because we care!)

Permanent ongoing work, Mon‑Fri, free weekends most of the time

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