Glasshouse Technician

T&G Global Limited; Buckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

T&G Fresh is seeking a hands-on horticulture team member for our Tomato Glasshouse in Tuakau. The role runs Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm–8:30 pm, with weekend duty on a rotating basis and occasional evenings to meet business needs.

You will support the Grower Manager, perform pest control, monitor conditions, and help with stocktakes and purchasing. A forklift license and IPM exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Horticulture (preferred) or relevant experience.
• Full Driver's license is essential.
• Exposure to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and spray experience is desirable.
• Forkhoist license with OSH certificate is preferred.
• Proficiency using computer and iPad.
• Strong communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to follow safety frameworks and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Pest and disease control including spraying, following spray recipes to prepare the spray.
• Maintain spraying equipment, ensure it is cleaned.
• Monitor beneficial insects and bee hives.
• General upkeep of keeping the glasshouse tidy.
• Undertake monthly stock takes and manage purchasing requirements.
• Monitor water levels, pH and general glasshouse conditions.
• Complete stocktakes, manage supplies and receipt of incoming goods.
• Operate a forkhoist and ensure safe procedures are followed.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace and follow Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Full Driver's license

IPM experience

Forkhoist license

Computers & iPad

Communication skills

Safety frameworks

Education

Tertiary qualification in Horticulture

Job description

About Us

For over 125 years, T&G Fresh has nourished generations of Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables. We grow, pack, market, sell, distribute, import and export fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 700 Kiwi growers.

We are New Zealand's largest producer and packer of hothouse tomatoes. These crops are grown in state-of-the-art, environmentally controlled glasshouses, across our four North Island sites, and are packaged for both local and export markets all-year round.

Our mindsets are: Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team and Take Good Care. Our talented team members embody these mindsets and are passionate about making a difference at T&G.

Our story began more than 125 years ago as Turners and Growers, a fruit auction business in Auckland. Today, as T&G, our fresh, delicious produce nourishes people in more than 60 countries around the world. Together, we’re united in growing healthier futures.

About The Opportunity

We are looking for someone who is passionate about horticulture, eager to learn, and enjoys being part of a hands-on team to join our Tomato Glasshouse team based in Tuakau.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday from 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm. The role also includes weekend duty on a rotating basis, with each team member typically working one weekend day every 2–3 weeks. Some flexibility to work evenings may also be required to meet business needs. Rosters will be provided at least one week in advance.

Key Responsibilities

• Pest and disease control including spraying, following spray recipes to prepare the spray
• Ensuring all spraying equipment is maintained and cleaned
• Monitor beneficial insects and bee hives
• General upkeep of keeping the glasshouse tidy
• Undertake monthly stock takes and also manage any purchasing requirements
• Monitor water levels, pH and general glasshouse conditions.
• Complete stocktakes, manage supplies and receipt incoming goods.
• Operating a forkhoist and ensure team members are adhering to correct procedures when operating a forkhoist
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace and follow all Health & Safety procedures.

This is a busy role encompassing other related duties, so a flexibility and a good attitude is what we need!

About You

You will have a keen interest in Horticulture and assist the Grower Manager with the day to day running of the site. Being flexible to adapt to the job requirements and hours of work is key, and have a positive attitude with the eagerness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in. You could be a landscaper, farm worker or have worked in a horticulture role previously.

You Will Have The Following Attributes And Skills

• A tertiary qualification in Horticulture (preferred) or relevant experience or keen desire to learn - We are open to training the right candidate who brings passion and curiosity
• Full Driver's license (essential)
• Exposure to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) process and spray experience (Desirable)
• An F endorsed forkhoist license with OSH certificate (preferred)
• Proficiency in using computer and iPad
• Communication and comprehension skills
• Ability to follow safety frameworks and company standards

Eligibility and Other Information

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants, we are not able to sponsor visa applications for this position.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.