Seasonal Harvest Opportunities

Balle Bros Growers Limited; Pukekohe; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation if needed

Competitive pay rates

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Balle Bros Growers Limited is seeking enthusiastic overseas workers with a valid New Zealand work visa to join our team for the upcoming onion harvest season from November 2026 to end of March 2027. We offer a range of seasonal positions including experienced machinery operators and general farm roles.

Weekend work may be required during peak season, and accommodation is available if needed. Successful candidates should have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and a willingness to

Qualifications

• Previous horticulture experience (preferred but not essential).
• A minimum of 4 months' tractor operating experience.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work flexible workdays and hours.
• A good level of physical fitness.
• A current New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence or international license.

Responsibilities

• Harvesting, irrigation, cultivation work and general farm operations.
• Operate bin trailers where required.
• Weekend and public holiday work may be required during peak season.
• Flexible work hours and shifts to meet seasonal needs.

Skills

Tractor operation

Flexible hours

Positive attitude

Physical fitness

NZ Class 1 Licence

Job description

Are you planning a working holiday in New Zealand and looking for a seasonal job to help fund your travels and adventures? If so, we'd love to hear from you!We are seeking enthusiastic overseas workers with a valid New Zealand work visa to join our team for the upcoming onion harvest season from November 2026 to end of March 2027.We have a range of seasonal positions available, from experienced machinery operators involved in harvesting, irrigation, cultivation work general farm operations. To operators with less experience who can safely operate bin trailers.Weekend and public holiday work may be required during peak season. Flexible work is essential.

About You

• Previous horticulture experience (preferred but not essential)
• A minimum of 4 months' tractor operating experience
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good communication skills
• Able to work flexible workdays and hours
• A good level of physical fitness
• A current New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence or international license

What We Offer

• Be part of a respected, family-owned agribusiness
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Competitive pay rates
• Modern, well-maintained equipment
• The opportunity to live and work in Pukekohe, Auckland
• Accommodation if needed