Orchard Supervisor

Ag Assist; Temuka; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag Assist in Temuka, New Zealand, is seeking a season supervisor to lead a team of about 20 orchard staff from mid-October 2026 to mid-April 2027. The role reports to the Orchard Manager and requires prior orchard experience, strong leadership, and good computer skills. A valid NZ work visa is required.

Competitive hourly pay and a hands-on role overseeing thinning and harvest activities, with daily responsibilities and close team coordination in the orchard environment.

Qualifications

• Previous orchard experience required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Comfortable with computer systems/software.
• Valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of ~20 orchard staff.
• Help with thinning and harvest this season.
• Report to the Orchard Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Computer literacy

NZ work visa

Orchard experience

Job description

Description

Looking to lead a team of ~20 orchard staff and help us with thinning and harvest this season. You'll report to our Orchard Manager.

Salary: $27–$30/hour, depending on experience. Duration: Mid-October 2026 – Mid-April 2027.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of ~20 orchard staff


• Help with thinning and harvest this season


• Report to the Orchard Manager

Requirements

• Previous orchard experience required


• Strong leadership and communication skills


• Comfortable with computer systems/software


• Valid NZ work visa required

Accommodation

No accommodation details provided.