Growing Technician

T&G Global Limited; Kerikeri; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

T&G Fresh is seeking a Growing Technician to join our berry operation in Kerikeri and Kaikohe. This hands-on role combines practical orchard activities with technical crop management responsibilities, supporting the production of high-quality strawberries and blueberries.

As a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating weekend roster, you will work closely with the Head Grower to ensure crops stay healthy, productive, and meet quality standards while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Experience in horticulture, agriculture, orchards, or a similar environment.
• A current full New Zealand driver’s licence and the ability to travel between Kerikeri and Kaikohe sites.
• Reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Physical fitness and confidence working outdoors.
• Good communication, numeracy, and computer skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Commitment to following safety standards and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor crop health, quality, and yield across berry operations.
• Manage irrigation systems and support fertiliser application programmes.
• Identify and report pest, disease, and crop health issues.
• Operate and maintain orchard equipment and support day-to-day growing activities.
• Collect crop data and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and tidy workplace while following Health & Safety procedures.
• Work closely with the Head Grower and wider team to improve crop performance and productivity.

Skills

Horticulture

Outdoor work

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Driving

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.

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.

About The Opportunity

We're looking for a Growing Technician to join our Berries operation based across Kerikeri and Kaikohe.

As a Growing Technician, you'll play an important role in supporting the production of high-quality strawberries and blueberries, helping to ensure our crops remain healthy, productive, and meet quality standards.

This is a hands-on role combining practical orchard activities with technical crop management responsibilities. You'll work closely with the growing team and Head Grower to support the ongoing success of our berry operations.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm. The role also includes a rotating weekend roster, with each team member typically working one weekend day every second week.

Key responsibilities include;

• Monitor crop health, quality, and yield across our berry operations
• Manage irrigation systems and support fertiliser application programmes
• Identify and report pest, disease, and crop health issues
• Operate and maintain orchard equipment and support day-to-day growing activities
• Collect crop data and assist with continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a safe and tidy workplace while following Health & Safety procedures
• Work closely with the Head Grower and wider team to improve crop performance and productivity

This is a varied and busy role, so flexibility, initiative, and a positive attitude are essential.

About You

You have a genuine interest in horticulture and crop production and enjoy working in a hands-on environment. You'll support the Head Grower with the day-to-day running of the berry operation and be willing to adapt to changing priorities and seasonal demands.

To Be Successful In This Role, You'll Bring

• Experience in horticulture, agriculture, orchards, or a similar environment
• A current full New Zealand driver's licence and the ability to travel between our Kerikeri and Kaikohe sites are required.
• Reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Physical fitness and confidence working outdoors
• Good communication, numeracy, and computer skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to following safety standards and company procedures

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.

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.