Bud Thinning Kiwifruit

ana lisa bohn; Te Teko; On-site; NZD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

ana lisa bohn in Te Teko, Whakatane (East Bay of Plenty) invites motivated workers for the spring kiwifruit season, starting October 1–10. The first 4–5 weeks focus on bud thinning, after which work continues until Christmas with vine training, fruit thinning, and pruning.

Pay is 27 NZD per hour gross, with 40–45 hours weekly, training provided, and transport required. Applicants should have good work ethic, English communication, and valid NZ work visa.

Qualifications

• Good work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication skills (English).
• Valid NZ Work Visa (WHV, Open Work Visa, or Residency).
• Must have your own transport to get to the orchard.

Responsibilities

• Bud thinning during the initial 4–5 weeks of the role.
• Season-long duties include vine training, fruit thinning, summer pruning and male pruning.

Skills

Good work ethic

Positive attitude

English communication

Own transport

Valid NZ Work Visa

Job description

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Spring Kiwifruit Workers Wanted! – Whakatane / Te Teko

Spring is here, and our Kiwifruit season is starting soon! Small Kiwifruit operation located in Te Teko, Whakatane(East Bay of Plenty) is looking for motivated workers to join our team for the spring season, starting between October 1st and October 10th.

We are a small, passionate orchard (not contractors), located near Whakatane and Ohope beach, and about 1 hour from both Rotorua and Tauranga.

Job Details

• The Role & Commitment: The main focus for the first 4 to 5 weeks is Bud Thinning (commitment for this initial period is essential). After that, the job continues until Christmas with vine training, fruit thinning, summer pruning, and male pruning.
• Pay rate: $25.00 + 8% holiday pay ($27.00 gross/hour).
• Hours: Approx. 40–45 hours per week (weather dependent, no work on rainy days). May include weekends if needed. Full training and equipment provided.

Kia ora Everyone!

Spring is here, and our Kiwifruit season is starting soon! Small Kiwifruit operation located in Te Teko, Whakatane(East Bay of Plenty) is looking for motivated workers to join our team for the spring season, starting between October 1st and October 10th.

We are a small, passionate orchard (not contractors), located near Whakatane and Ohope beach, and about 1 hour from both Rotorua and Tauranga.

Requirements

• Good work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication skills (English).
• Valid NZ Work Visa (WHV, Open Work Visa, or Residency).
• Must have your own transport to get to the orchard.