Machinery Operator/General - Silverton Pastoral

Machinery / General Farm Operator Silverton Pastoral Ltd Manawatu – 15 minutes from Feilding Silverton Pastoral Ltd is seeking a motivated Machinery / General Farm Operator to join our family-owned farming operation located near Feilding in the Manawatu.

About the Business: The business operates across two properties:

• Halcombe – 820 ha
• Cheltenham – 300 ha Both farms run a mixed livestock and cropping system, integrating arable rotations with sheep trading. Annually, 450–550 ha of arable crops are planted, including:
• Spring & winter wheat
• Spring barley
• Peas
• Maize
• Forage crops
• Trading lambs are a significant component of the operation through autumn and winter.

Silverton Pastoral prides itself on developing a sustainable and efficient farming system. Livestock and cropping are closely integrated, with each complementing the other. The business operates under minimal tillage practices, across varied soil types and mixed contours, providing both challenge and diversity.

The Role: This position is primarily focused on:

• Supporting machinery operations
• Truck driving
• General farm maintenance
• Assisting with stock work

Machinery & Equipment: Silverton operates a modern and well-maintained machinery fleet, including:

• John Deere tractors
• Allen custom drill
• Horsch sprayer
• Claas and John Deere harvesters
• Digger and drainage equipment
• New side mounted post driver
• A strong emphasis is placed on machinery upkeep, maintenance, and tidiness.

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive, can-do attitude aligned with our farming system
• Ability to work well within a team and support other staff
• Willingness to take responsibility for machinery care and maintenance
• Pride in workmanship, with strong values around honesty and reliability

Remuneration & Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and/or potential
• Willingness to reward the right attitude and commitment
• Housing available
• Excellent local amenities, including primary and secondary schools within 15 minutes (bus routes available)
• Feilding offers a wide range of services and sporting opportunities

Requirements:

• Current NZ Driver Licence (Class 4 truck licence preferred but not essential)
• Must be a NZ resident or hold a valid NZ work visa

How to Apply: For further information or to express your interest, please phone one of the contacts below. To apply, email your CV and 2–3 references (including contact details).

Contacts: James Abbiss – 027 383 0469 Tim Abbiss – 027 917 0325 Email: james.abbiss@silverton.co.nz