Kiwifruit Orchard Technician — Hands-On Grower

Whitehall Fruitpackers Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitehall Fruitpackers Ltd. seeks eager trainees for kiwifruit orchard work across cycles from nursery to harvest. You will gain hands-on experience, training and may pursue a Primary ITO cadetship.

Roles include assisting with pollination, harvest support in orchards or packhouses, plus strict adherence to safety and food-safety standards. The team values practicality, reliability and a can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn practical orchard skills via hands-on training.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in horticulture.
• Commitment to producing high-quality crops with attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently when required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Hold a current, valid New Zealand driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Support kiwifruit vines through the full growth cycle, from nursery to harvest, including training, grafting, and thinning.
• Assist in pollen mill activities and artificial pollination for fruit set and quality.
• Contribute during harvest in orchard or packhouse to ensure efficient picking and handling.
• Follow health and safety policies and site rules to maintain a safe working environment.
• Comply with food-safety standards and hygiene requirements in all tasks.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Communication

Interest in horticulture

Follow instructions

Job description

Whitehall Fruitpackers Ltd. seeks eager trainees for kiwifruit orchard work across cycles from nursery to harvest. You will gain hands-on experience, training and may pursue a Primary ITO cadetship.

Roles include assisting with pollination, harvest support in orchards or packhouses, plus strict adherence to safety and food-safety standards. The team values practicality, reliability and a can-do attitude.