Technical and Continuous Improvement Manager - Growing

T&G Global Limited; Nelson, Napier; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

T&G Global Limited seeks a Technical & Continuous Improvement Manager to enhance pipfruit growing operations. This role involves leading continuous improvement initiatives, managing technical challenges, and fostering innovation in sustainable practices. Ideal candidates will have horticultural experience and strong analytical skills, along with a passion for sustainability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in horticulture, ideally in pipfruit or perishable produce.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data reporting skills.
• Full NZ drivers licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver CI initiatives across operations.
• Oversee orchard technical challenges and fruit quality issues.
• Manage and develop a small team of permanent and seasonal staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data reporting

Communication

Relationship-building

Sustainability

Innovation

Continuous improvement

Education

Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4)

Relevant degree

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Web-based databases

Job description

About us

Here at T&G Global we're passionate about growing healthier futures. Our story began 125 years ago and today our 2,000 people are located in 13 countries, where we grow, market, sell and distribute high-quality fresh produce to customers in more than 60 countries.

Our mindsets are:Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team & Take Good Care. Our talented team members embody these mindsets and are passionate about making a difference at T&G.

As the Hawkes BayTechnical & Continuous Improvement Manager - Growing, you’ll play a key role in supporting the technical needs of our pipfruit growing operations. You’ll work closely with orchard managers, R&D teams, and stakeholders to guide continuous improvement initiatives, oversee seasonal data collection, and champion sustainable growing practices.
You’ll be part of a small technical team, to lead and capture best-practice, orchard performance monitoring, and help us stay ahead through trialing new technologies and horticultural practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives across operations
• Oversee orchard technical challenges, fruit quality issues, and market access improvements
• Manage and develop a small team of permanent and seasonal staff
• Drive innovation through R&D and implement sustainable growing practices
• Lead harvest planning and execution across NZ orchards
• Ensure accurate and timely data collection to support key orchard decisions
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, tech providers, and regulatory bodies

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years’ experience in horticulture (ideally in pipfruit or perishable produce)
• Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4) or equivalent – a relevant degree is a bonus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data reporting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Proficient in Power BI, Excel, and web-based databases
• A passion for sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Full NZ drivers licence as a company vehicle forms part of the salary package

Apply now

This is a brilliant opportunity to GROW your horticulture career with an iconic global organisation that can really take you places. Apply today!

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants and any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test, driver licence check,and security check.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.