Summer Apple Thinning Associate - Outdoor, Full-Time

Mr Apple Careers site; Whakatu; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & support from orchard teams

Seasonal full-time work

Active outdoor working environment

Job summary

Mr Apple is seeking full-time seasonal workers for apple thinning across Hastings, Napier and Central Hawke’s Bay from November to December. You will be outdoors, on ladders, and part of a team that ensures high-quality fruit and efficient harvest preparation.

You'll receive training from experienced orchard teams and enjoy a supportive, active work environment with the chance to earn through piece-rate opportunities.

Qualifications

• Availability to work full-time during thinning season (Nov–Dec).
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform repetitive manual work.
• Confidence working outdoors and on ladders.
• Reliable transport to and from work daily.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand and pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Remove excess apples to help the remaining fruit reach quality standards.
• Receive training and support from experienced orchard teams.
• Work outdoors across varied weather and on ladders.
• Collaborate with the team to meet quality and productivity targets.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Reliability

Outdoor work

Job description

Mr Apple is seeking full-time seasonal workers for apple thinning across Hastings, Napier and Central Hawke’s Bay from November to December. You will be outdoors, on ladders, and part of a team that ensures high-quality fruit and efficient harvest preparation.

You'll receive training from experienced orchard teams and enjoy a supportive, active work environment with the chance to earn through piece-rate opportunities.