Orchard Supervisors

JobSpace; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSpace in Tauranga is seeking an Orchard Supervisor to lead contracted orchard operations within our horticulture business. This is a full-time permanent role with responsibilities spanning staff recruitment, training, scheduling, time and wage records, production planning and liaison with farmers and growers.

You will work independently, multitask effectively, and communicate clearly to drive customer service excellence and efficient field operations, with a pay rate of $28–$30 per hour.

Qualifications

• You must have a level 4 qualification or two years of relevant work experience.
• You should be able to work independently to meet goals.
• You must multitask and complete work within set timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of contracted orchards and supervise staff.
• Recruit, train and supervise staff members.
• Prepare time and wage records for staff and create reports.
• Assist with production schedules, rosters, and communication with farmers.
• Handle financial transactions and product orders as needed.
• Oversee HR duties and staff development.

Skills

Independence

Multitasking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Computer skills

Education

Level 4 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are looking for qualified Orchard Supervisors. This is a full-time permanent position and will consist of handling the operations of the contracted orchards in our horticulture business.

To be considered for this position you’ll have at least a qualification at level 4 (or higher) or at least Two year of work experience to allow you to complete the tasks in this role. You should be able to work independently to reach goals. You must be able to multitask and will be able to complete work in set time frames.

You will be also expected to perform management tasks such as preparing the time and wage records for staff, creating reports for work, assisting in making production schedules and rosters, communicating with farmers and growers, assisting with financial transactions, ordering products, HR Duties and staff management and training. You will be solely responsible for our orchard operations with other staff reporting to and supporting you.

Key Attributes

• The desire to grow your knowledge and skills in the management field and in the horticulture industry.
• A strong business oriented focus
• The ability to adapt, be flexible and learn quickly
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic about customer service excellence and the contribution you can make to the business
• The ability to work independently and without supervision
• You will need to be flexible and good at negotiations.
• Ability to use a computer and basic programs like Microsoft word and excel is also beneficial.

This is a full time Permanent position and successful applicant will be required to manage the operations of our contracted fields including assisting in recruiting, training and supervising staff members.

The minimum number of hours for this position is 30 hours a week and the minimum payrate is $28.00 per hour and maximum payrate for this position is $30 per hour.