Seasonal Orchard Team Lead - Harvest & Thinning

KiwiQuest; Rangitata Island; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest seeks an experienced orchard supervisor to lead 15–20 staff through seasonal thinning and harvest operations at a Canterbury farm, reporting to the Orchard Manager.

You will coordinate day-to-day tasks, ensure safety and efficiency, use computer systems as required, and oversee progress across mid-October to mid-April. NZ visa required; competitive hourly rate NZ$27–$30 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous orchard experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Comfort with computer systems and software.
• Valid New Zealand work visa.
• Fixed-term seasonal work from approximately mid-October to mid-April.
• Opportunity to supervise a sizeable orchard team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of 15–20 orchard staff.
• Support orchard thinning and harvest operations.
• Report progress and issues to the Orchard Manager.
• Use computer systems and software as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Tech literacy

Job description

KiwiQuest seeks an experienced orchard supervisor to lead 15–20 staff through seasonal thinning and harvest operations at a Canterbury farm, reporting to the Orchard Manager.

You will coordinate day-to-day tasks, ensure safety and efficiency, use computer systems as required, and oversee progress across mid-October to mid-April. NZ visa required; competitive hourly rate NZ$27–$30 depending on experience.