HORTICULTURE CREW – GISBORNE | KIWIFRUIT SPRING SEASON

Thompsonsltd; Gisborne; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Thompsonsltd is seeking crew members for orchards in Gisborne to cover the Spring/Summer season. Start dates from early Oct to mid-December with up to 6 days per week depending on weather. Pay rate starts at $23.95 per hour, with casual and fixed-term contracts available.

Horticulture experience is preferred but not essential, and a strong team spirit with good fitness helps you succeed. These roles involve standing for long periods and performing duties such as bud thinning, flower picking,

Qualifications

• Horticulture experience preferred but not essential.
• Able to work outdoors in variable weather.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team.

Responsibilities

• Bud thinning and flower picking as required.
• Cosmetic fruit thinning to support tree balance.
• Spring/summer canopy management tasks.
• Be prepared for long periods on your feet.

Skills

Team spirit

Good fitness

Outdoor work

Job description

Horticulture Superstars! We are looking for crew members to join us in Gisborne for the upcoming Spring/ Summer season!We are taking expressions of interest for people keen to get outdoors making most of the beautiful NZ Spring weather. We have positions available across our Orchards in Gisborne. Horticulture experience is preferred but not essential. Ideally you will have a great team spirit, a good level of fitness and the motivation to do well everyday!Duties in this role can include (but not limited to); bud thinning, flower picking, cosmetic fruit thinning and spring/ summer canopy management.Things to know:

• Approx start date early Oct - Mid December
• Hours of work - Up to 6 days per week (weather dependent)
• Pay rate - starting rate $23.95
• Contracts available - Casual & Fixed term
• This work involves being on your feet for long periods of time