Kiwifruit orchard worker
About this job
***** DUE TO START MID OCTOBER ***** Keen for outdoor work? We have an opportunity for people who enjoy outdoor work, motivated and a good team player in the Otamarakau / Pongakawa area 21 minutes west of Te Puke central doing summer kiwifruit orchard work.
Duties include flower thinning, bud thinning, fruit thinning, crush tipping, male pruning, and summer pruning. This can lead on to the harvest season until early May for those who demonstrate good work ethics.
This work involves working above head and shoulder height and being on your feet for long periods of time. Closed footwear must be always worn on orchard, as part of the health and safety requirements. Gumboots are suitable.
This work is weather dependant with up to 5 to 6 days of work a week available. You will need secure accommodation within daily travel assistance and be able to travel to the various orchards. Tools will be provided by the employer.
If this sounds like you and you have the right to work in New Zealand please email marian.jamieson001@msd.govt.nz quoting the Job ID.
Job Requirements
Minimum restricted drivers' licence if transporting self. Must have clean criminal history.
- Days of work
- 5-7 days 7.30 – 5.30pm (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.65 plus holiday pay or piece rate if applicable
- Job Category
- Crop Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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To apply for this job please phone 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID 22576676
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