Bird Control Operator

KiwiQuest Ltd.; Tarras; Presencial; NZD 39.000 - 46.000; A tiempo parcial

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On-orchard campsite accommodation

Descripción de la vacante

KiwiQuest Ltd. seeks a seasonal outdoor bird-control worker in Tarras, Otago, NZ to protect a cherry crop using firearms, automated equipment and vehicle-based deterrents. The role is seasonal fixed-term with a guaranteed minimum of 35 hours per week.

You will follow firearm-handling and workplace-safety procedures, work independently across the orchard, and contribute to a friendly team. A current NZ firearms licence, vetting and drug testing willingness are required, with weekend availability.

Formación

• Current New Zealand firearms licence is required.
• Safe firearm handling and strong workplace-safety commitment.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Availability for rostered hours including weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Use firearms and other deterrent methods to minimise bird damage to cherries
• Operate automated bird-scaring equipment and vehicle-based deterrents
• Follow firearm-handling and workplace-safety procedures
• Work independently across the orchard and contribute to the team

Conocimientos

Firearms licence

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Punctuality

Reliability

Weekend availability

Descripción del empleo

Agriculture & Farm Work $28.0 - 33.6/h 22 hours ago

Work Style

Physical 6/10

Technical 4/10

Creative 2/10

Pace 5/10

Structure 6/10

Pressure 6/10

Travel 2/10

Hours 7/10

Description

Seasonal outdoor bird-control work protecting a cherry crop in Tarras using firearms, automated equipment and vehicle-based deterrents.

Responsibilities

• Use firearms and other deterrent methods to minimise bird damage to cherries
• Operate automated bird-scaring equipment and vehicle-based deterrents
• Follow firearm-handling and workplace-safety procedures
• Work independently across the orchard and contribute to the team

Requirements

• Current New Zealand firearms licence
• Safe firearm handling and strong workplace-safety commitment
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather
• Dependability, punctuality and self-motivation
• Availability for rostered hours including weekends
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand and willingness to complete vetting and drug testing
• Competitive hourly pay of $28
• Guaranteed minimum of 35 hours per week
• Seasonal fixed-term employment
• On-orchard campsite accommodation option
• Friendly and supportive team environment