HORTICULTURE CREW – Te Puke | KIWIFRUIT SPRING SEASON

Thompsonsltd; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Thompsonsltd in Te Puke is seeking expressions of interest for outdoor horticulture work during the Spring/Summer season. Horticulture experience is preferred but not essential as on-the-job training will be provided.

Roles include bud thinning, flower picking, cosmetic fruit thinning and canopy management. Start date is early Oct to mid-Dec, with up to 6 days per week (weather dependent). Casual and fixed-term contracts are available.

Qualifications

• Horticulture experience preferred but on-the-job training is provided.
• Able to work outdoors in NZ spring weather and stay active throughout shifts.
• Good team spirit, fitness level suitable for standing and walking long periods.

Responsibilities

• Bud thinning and canopy management as part of field care.
• Flower picking and cosmetic fruit thinning duties.
• Work often involves being on your feet for long periods.

Skills

Horticulture experience

Job description

It's spring time in Te Puke! We have work available in Te Puke for the Spring/Summer seasonThe spring season is quickly approaching here at Thompsons! We are taking expressions of interest for people keen to get outdoors making most of the beautiful NZ Spring weather. We have positions available in/ around the Te Puke region . Horticulture experience is preferred but not essential as on-the-job training will be provided. Ideally you will have a great team spirit, a good level of fitness and the motivation to do well everyday!

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
• Work activities can include (but not limited to) bud thinning, flower picking, cosmetic fruit thinning & canopy management
• Limited transport available in the local area (depending on availability)

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