Cherry Orchard Pruner

Advanced Horticulture Ltd; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team environment

Training provided

Work in a beautiful orchard setting

Job summary

Advanced Horticulture Ltd is seeking reliable Cherry Orchard Pruners to assist with seasonal cherry pruning operations in Alexandra, New Zealand. This role involves pruning trees to ensure optimal cherry production and supporting other orchard activities.

The position is eight weeks in duration, requiring physical fitness and a good attention to detail. Applicants with previous orchard or pruning experience are preferred, but training will be provided. The role starts on June 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to follow instructions.
• Good attention to detail and safe work habits.

Responsibilities

• Prune cherry trees from the ground to orchard standards using hand tools.
• Clear pruned material from rows and keep rows tidy.
• Support with other orchard activities as required.

Skills

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Cherry Orchard Pruner

We are looking for reliable Cherry Pruners to assist with seasonal cherry pruning operations across our orchard blocks, supporting healthy tree growth and optimal cherry production for the upcoming harvest.

Why Join Us

• Seasonal outdoor work in a beautiful orchard setting.
• Friendly team environment with practical, hands-on work.
• Previous pruning experience is helpful, but training can be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Prune cherry trees from the ground to orchard standards using hand tools (e.g. secateurs, pruning saws)
• Clear pruned material from rows and keep rows tidy.
• Support with other orchard activities as required.

Skills and Requirements

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to follow instructions.
• Good attention to detail and safe work habits.
• Orchard or pruning experience preferred but not essential.

This role is weather dependent – we do not prune in wet conditions. Duration: 8 weeks Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Role starts – 8 June 2026