Team Leader

Jhajj Horticulture Limited; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jhajj Horticulture Limited is seeking a Team Leader to run a busy orchard crew in Tauranga. This full‑time permanent role will manage 4 to 8 workers across contracted orchards, ensuring high standards of work and timely delivery.

Minimum hours are 30 per week with pay from NZD 28.00 to NZD 30.00 per hour. Candidates should have at least two years of work experience or a Level 4 qualification, the ability to work independently, multitask, and produce time‑bound reports.

Qualifications

• Two years of work experience or a Level 4 qualification or higher.
• Ability to work independently to meet goals and deadlines.
• Strong communication and team leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 4–8 workers on contracted orchards.
• Prepare time and wage records for staff and create reports.
• Communicate with farmers and growers; assist with financial transactions.
• Collaborate with supervisors to ensure efficient orchard operations and staff training.

Skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Negotiation

Computer skills (Word/Excel)

Education

Level 4 qualification or higher

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are looking for Team Leaders for our busy horticulture company. This is a full-time permanent position and will consist of managing a team of 4 to 8 workers who are working in our contracted orchards.

To be considered for this position you will have at least two years of work experience or a qualification at level 4 or above. You should be able to work independently to reach goals. You must be able to multitask and will be able to complete work in set time frames.

You will be also expected to perform management tasks such as preparing the time and wage records for staff, creating reports for work, communicating with farmers and growers, assisting with financial transactions, working with supervisors and other higher managers to ensure that the operations of the orchards are efficient and staff management and training. You will be solely responsible managing your team to ensure that a high standard of work is being completed.

Key Attributes:

• The desire to grow your knowledge and skills in the management field and in the horticulture industry.
• A strong business oriented focus
• The ability to adapt, be flexible and learn quickly
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic about customer service excellence and the contribution you can make to the business
• The ability to work independently and without supervision
• You will need to be flexible and good at negotiations.
• Ability to use a computer and basic programs like Microsoft word and excel is also beneficial.

The minimum number of hours for this position is 30 hours a week and the minimum payrate is $28.00 per hour and maximum payrate for this position is $30.00 per hour.