Outdoor Spring Horticulture Crew: Kiwifruit Field Assistant

Thompsonsltd; Opotiki; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Thompsonsltd in Opotiki seeks expressions of interest for outdoor seasonal work during the Spring/Summer period. Roles include bud thinning, flower picking, cosmetic fruit thinning and canopy management, with on-the-job training provided. Start date is early October to mid-December, up to 6 days per week and employees are on their feet for long periods.

Casual and fixed-term contracts are available. Limited local transport may affect some shifts; ideal candidates are motivated with good fitness

Qualifications

• Horticulture experience preferred but on-the-job training will be provided.
• Able to work outdoors, in reasonable physical fitness.
• Great team spirit and motivation to perform well daily.

Responsibilities

• Bud thinning.
• Flower picking.
• Cosmetic fruit thinning.
• Canopy management.

Job description

Thompsonsltd in Opotiki seeks expressions of interest for outdoor seasonal work during the Spring/Summer period. Roles include bud thinning, flower picking, cosmetic fruit thinning and canopy management, with on-the-job training provided. Start date is early October to mid-December, up to 6 days per week and employees are on their feet for long periods.

Casual and fixed-term contracts are available. Limited local transport may affect some shifts; ideal candidates are motivated with good fitness