Closing Date:
Nov 2, 2025
1. Join a 100% New Zealand owned company with an international reputation for quality
2. Opportunities for growth with opportunities across multiple brands and locations
About the role
We're on the lookout for professional Class 2 and Class 4 drivers to fill several seasonal positions on our Pea and Corn harvest crews in Ashburton. The season will run from the beginning of December 2025 through to approximately the end of April 2026
You will be operating modern, well-maintained bathtub trucks transporting fresh vegetables between paddocks around Mid-Canterbury and our factory. We have both day and night shifts available on a 4-on/2-off roster running 24/7 including weekends and public holidays.
For this role, you’ll need:
3. Either full Class 2 or class 4 license.
4. Preferably have tipping experience working in close confines, although training can be provided.
5. To be punctual, reliable and responsible
6. To be tidy, organised and well presented
7. Be a team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a small team environment.
8. To understand the demands and variations that a seasonal role can encounter
With Talley’s, you get:
9. Training provided
10. Great working conditions with modern well serviced fleet
11. Generous staff discounts and perks
12. Bonus for working night shift
About Talley’s
Talley’s is a multi-division, international company that’s proudly New Zealand owned and operated, bringing the best New Zealand seafood, mussels, and vegetables products locally and to the world. With over 2000 employees across 13 South Island locations, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do.
There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s—and it’s not just our nutritious, delicious food. We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far. What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.
Ready to start?
If this sounds like a good fit for you, click the link to submit your resume and cover letter or contact Rhys Young at Rhys.Young@talleys.co.nz or 021 481 954 to discuss this role further.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the positions are filled.
Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.
Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates may be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.