Orchard Supervisor & Team Lead: Safety & Productivity

North Island - Bay Of Plenty; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

North Island - Bay Of Plenty offers a Supervisor role to oversee and manage orchard operations, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity. The position is based in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty with an hourly rate of $28-$32 and guaranteed 30 hours per week, up to 55 hours.

You will supervise workers, coordinate tasks, and train staff to maintain high standards. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, assisting in recruitment, planning schedules, and enforcing safety policies.

Qualifications

• 2 year 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 elevate 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
• Ensure appropriate use of equipment and adherence to operational standards
• 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

Education

Level 4 qualification

2 years experience

Job description

North Island - Bay Of Plenty offers a Supervisor role to oversee and manage orchard operations, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity. The position is based in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty with an hourly rate of $28-$32 and guaranteed 30 hours per week, up to 55 hours.

You will supervise workers, coordinate tasks, and train staff to maintain high standards. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, assisting in recruitment, planning schedules, and enforcing safety policies.