Seasonal role

Seasonal Machinery Operators

Spend Your Summer Harvesting with Wilcox!

Looking for an unforgettable New Zealand summer? Join the Wilcox team for our 2026/27 Summer Harvest Season!

We're recruiting up to 20 Seasonal Tractor Operators and 1 Tractor Driver / Truck Driver to help harvest our carrot, onion and potato crops.

Whether you're travelling New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa or looking for a seasonal farming opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Harvest Crops
• Carrots
• Onions
• Potatoes

Location: Pukekohe, New Zealand

Shared Accommodation Available
Successful applicants can stay in our large shared accommodation with fellow seasonal workers, complete with a swimming pool—making it a great place to live, make friends and enjoy the Kiwi summer.

Why join Wilcox?

- Work for a family-owned business that's been growing quality vegetables since 1954.

- Gain hands-on experience operating modern agricultural machinery.

- Learn from experienced operators and build valuable tractor and machinery skills.

- Experience our vertically integrated operation—from growing and harvesting through to packing and supplying fresh produce across New Zealand and overseas.

- Be part of a supportive, hardworking team during one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the year.

What we're looking for

✔ Previous tractor or machinery operating experience is preferred.

✔ We are also recruiting one Tractor Driver / Machinery Operator. Truck driving experience is an advantage for this position.

✔ All applicants must hold a current driver's licence.

Seasonal positions commence between October and November 2026, with work available through until February 2027, depending on seasonal requirements.

To apply, email your CV, a short introduction about yourself, and the dates you're available to work to jobs@aswilcox.co.nz.

Our recruitment process includes an initial Microsoft Teams video interview.