General Orchard Hand

KiwiQuest Ltd.; Motueka; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest Ltd. in Motueka invites applications for Seasonal orchard team members to support stringing, tree training and general outdoor orchard work. You will follow safety procedures and work collaboratively with the team, taking part in hands-on tasks across the orchard.

Starting rate NZD 23.95 per hour with fixed-term seasonal work and opportunities to learn and build horticulture experience, including weekend availability when required.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness to stand all day and perform outdoor tasks.
• Reliability and strong work ethic are essential.
• Teamwork and communication with orchard crew.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to seasonal work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stringing and tree training by tying and positioning branches.

Skills

Physical fitness

Reliability

Teamwork

Punctuality

Own transport

Job description

Agriculture & Farm Work $23.9 - 28.7/h 1 week ago

83 Husthouse Street, Motueka, Nelson-Tasman, New Zealand

Work Style

Physical 9/10

Creative 2/10

Pace 6/10

Structure 7/10

Pressure 5/10

Travel 2/10

Hours 8/10

Description

Seasonal orchard team members support stringing, tree training and general orchard work outdoors while following safety procedures and working collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stringing and tree training by tying and positioning branches.
• Climb ladders and carry a 2.4-metre ladder during orchard work.
• Follow health and safety procedures in changing weather conditions.
• Support supervisors and collaborate with the wider orchard team.

Requirements

• Physical fitness to stand all day and carry a heavy ladder.
• Comfort with repetitive manual outdoor work.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, punctuality and reliability.
• Own reliable transport, excluding bicycles.
• New Zealand citizenship, residency or a valid work visa.
• Availability for weekday work and weekends when required.
• Starting rate of NZD 23.95 per hour.
• Seasonal fixed-term work with further positions available.
• Opportunities to learn, develop and build horticulture experience.
• Team-oriented and supportive work culture.