Orchard Operations Lead: Safety, Productivity & Training

JobSpace; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSpace in Whakatāne, NZ is seeking two Supervisors to oversee orchard operations, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity across teams. The role offers 30–55 guaranteed hours per week at an hourly rate of NZD 28–32.

Responsibilities include coordinating tasks, monitoring performance, onboarding seasonal workers, and maintaining safety standards. Drug and alcohol testing is required for all candidates.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience or Level 4 qualification.
• Must pass drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and allocate tasks to orchard workers to ensure efficient workflow.
• Monitor staff performance and provide guidance, feedback, and on-the-job training.
• Ensure work is completed to required quality and productivity standards.
• Address routine staff issues and escalate complex matters to management.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and induction of seasonal or new workers.
• Plan and organise daily and weekly work schedules in line with operational priorities.
• Ensure all assigned activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures and timelines.
• Monitor workflow efficiency and implement improvements where required.
• Liaise regularly with management regarding progress, staffing needs, and operational challenges.
• Ensure all workers comply with workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety briefings and enforce safe work practices.
• Identify, report, and assist in mitigating workplace hazards.
• Maintain accurate records of staff attendance, productivity, and task completion.
• Track team performance against targets and operational requirements.
• Prepare reports for management outlining workforce performance, issues, and recommendations.
• Oversee the appropriate use and care of tools, equipment, and operational resources.
• Ensure equipment is used safely and maintained in good working condition.
• Monitor resource utilisation to support efficient operations and minimise waste.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

JobSpace in Whakatāne, NZ is seeking two Supervisors to oversee orchard operations, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity across teams. The role offers 30–55 guaranteed hours per week at an hourly rate of NZD 28–32.

Responsibilities include coordinating tasks, monitoring performance, onboarding seasonal workers, and maintaining safety standards. Drug and alcohol testing is required for all candidates.