Stonefruit Thinner: Outdoor Fruit-Quality Specialist

KiwiQuest; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest in Alexandra, NZ, is recruiting for fruit-tree thinning workers to remove excess fruitlets and maintain ladders to access trees. You will help produce high-quality fruit by thinning under demanding outdoor conditions before Christmas.

Work involves lifting, standing in the sun, wind, and cool mornings, and collaborating with a teammate to meet daily thinning goals in a fast-paced setting. Prior thinning experience is advantageous and there is onsite training provided.

Qualifications

• Confidence using ladders.
• Physical fitness for ladder and overhead work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfort working in hot sun and strong wind.
• Positive team-player attitude.
• Previous fruit-tree thinning experience is advantageous.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Remove fruitlets to support high-quality fruit production.
• Carry and use ladders throughout the workday.
• Thin trees accurately with a work partner.
• Work in sun, wind, and cool mornings.
• Meet daily thinning goals in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Team player

Ladder safety

Sun/wind endurance

Tools

Ladders

Job description

KiwiQuest in Alexandra, NZ, is recruiting for fruit-tree thinning workers to remove excess fruitlets and maintain ladders to access trees. You will help produce high-quality fruit by thinning under demanding outdoor conditions before Christmas.

Work involves lifting, standing in the sun, wind, and cool mornings, and collaborating with a teammate to meet daily thinning goals in a fast-paced setting. Prior thinning experience is advantageous and there is onsite training provided.