Apprentice Beekeeper - Central

Comvita; Te Awamutu; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Comvita invites applications for an Apprentice Beekeeper at the Kihikihi Apiary, Te Awamutu. Earn while you learn through our supported apprenticeship programme and gain a nationally recognised qualification in apiculture.

You will work with experienced beekeepers to develop skills in hive management, honey harvesting, and safe operations, while completing NZQA-accredited Level 3 apiculture qualifications. Pre-employment drug testing applies, with ongoing random testing.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Enjoy outdoor, physically active work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Full New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Interest in beekeeping, agriculture, horticulture, or environmental sustainability.
• Commitment to workplace safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage productive beehives.
• Harvest honey and other bee products.
• Support hive transportation and placement.
• Understand bee biology and behaviour.
• Identify and manage bee diseases and pests.
• Work safely and effectively in commercial beekeeping operations.

Skills

Beekeeping interest

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Safety awareness

Job description

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Turn Your Passion for the Outdoors Intoa Career

Are you ready to learn a tradethat'sunlike any other?

Comvita is seeking anApprentice Beekeeperto join our Kihikihi Apiary team. This is an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn through our supported apprenticeship programme and gain a nationally recognised qualification in apiculture.

The Opportunity

As an Apprentice Beekeeper,you'lldevelop the skills to:

• Maintain and manage productive beehives
• Harvest honey and other bee products
• Support hive transportation and placement
• Understand bee biology and behaviour
• Identifyand manage bee diseases and pests
• Work safely and effectively in commercial beekeeping operations

You’llwork alongside experienced beekeepers who will support your development while helping you complete the New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture (Level 3).All credits earned are recognised by NZQA.

*You must be willing to undergo pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, then if successful ongoing random testing*

What You'll Bring

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Enjoyment of outdoor and physically active work
• Good communicationand teamwork skills
• Full New Zealand Class 1 Driver License
• Ability to travel whenrequired
• Interest in beekeeping, agriculture, horticulture, or environmental sustainability
• Commitment to workplace safety and wellbeing

What'sin It for You?

• Earn while gaining an industry-recognised qualification
• Structured training and development
• Ongoing support from your Branch Manager and apprenticeship programme provider
• Opportunities for long-term career progression
• Work with a passionate team committed to sustainability and innovation
• Be part of New Zealand's leadingMānukahoney producer

A career in beekeeping is challenging, rewarding, and unlike anything else. If you'reready to develop specialist skills and work in the great outdoors.