Kiwifruit Bud and Apple Thinner
About this job
A Riwaka orchard is seeking full time kiwifruit bud thinners to join their team starting 14 Oct approx. and moving into apple thinning, with a finish date around 20 Dec. This is outdoor work and the work is weather dependent. Ideal candidates will be physically fit with good hand and upper body strength. Kiwifruit work involves repetitive movements with your arms above your head and apple thinning involves working from ladders (2.4mtrs). You must be drug free, reliable, and prepared to commit for the whole thinning season. Full training provided. Flexible hours may be available. Accommodation may be available (shared). Transport provided if required. Interested? Apply today!
Job Requirements
Ideal candidates will be physically fit with good hand and upper body strength. Kiwifruit work involves repetitive movements with your arms above your head and apple thinning involves working from ladders (2.4mtrs). You must be drug free, reliable, and prepared to commit for the thinning season. Criminal convictions will be considered on a case by case basis at employer’s discretion.
- Days of work
- 5-6 days per week, Monday - Saturday, 8 hours per day. Flexible hours may be available. (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.15ph and contract rates may apply
- Job Category
- Crop Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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