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Construction Specialist

Baygold · 201-1000 employees

Pongakawa, Bay of PlentyYesterday
OnsiteFull timeEntry level

What the role involves

  • Operating machinery
  • Installing poles
  • Constructing orchards

What they ask for

Farming, fencing, contracting, earthworks, or construction experience; safe machinery operation; full New Zealand driver's licence; strong work ethic; reliability; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Professional licence or registration
  • Driver licence

About the job

Build Kiwifruit Orchards from the Ground Up

Are you a farmer, contractor, machinery operator, fencer, or hands-on rural worker looking for a new challenge?

At Baygold, we don't just grow kiwifruit orchards, we build them. From bare paddocks to fully developed orchards, our Construction Team creates the foundations that support some of New Zealand's best kiwifruit operations. We're looking for practical, hardworking people who enjoy operating machinery, working outdoors, and seeing the results of their work every day. The role involves orchard construction, machinery operation, pole and wire installation, high shelter construction, and general site development.

We're Looking For People With

  • Farming, fencing, contracting, earthworks, or construction experience
  • Confidence operating machinery safely and efficiently
  • A strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Good practical problem-solving skills
  • Reliability and excellent attendance
  • A full New Zealand driver's licence

Experience operating any of the following is highly valued:

  • Tractors and tractor implements
  • Excavators (2T, 5T and 10T preferred)
  • Tracked tractors and rippers
  • Bobcats and skid steers
  • Post rammers
  • Forklifts
  • JCBs
  • Hydroladders
  • Chainsaws and other powered equipment

Why Join Baygold?

At Baygold, you'll be part of a business committed to growing world-class kiwifruit orchards while living our values of Care, Inspire, Perform and Grow. You'll work with a great team, modern equipment, and have the opportunity to make a real impact on orchard development projects across our business.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

APPLY NOW

If you're a practical, hands-on person with farming, contracting, fencing, construction, or machinery operating experience, we'd love to hear from you.