Orchard Hands - Pruning, Planting, and Orchard Maintenance
About this job
Orchard Hands Wanted – Join the Team in Hope, Tasman!
We’re looking for motivated Orchard Hands to join the team in beautiful Hope, Tasman for the upcoming winter season!
About the Role: As part of the friendly and hardworking crew, you'll be involved in a variety of orchard tasks, including: - Pruning apple trees to support healthy growth - Planting new trees and maintaining young stock - General orchard maintenance including weed control, tree training, and other seasonal duties
What We’re Looking For: - A good level of physical fitness and stamina - Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions - Reliability and a strong work ethic - Previous orchard or horticultural experience is a bonus but not required
Whether you're looking for seasonal work, gaining horticultural experience, or just love working with nature – we’d love to hear from you! Pay rates: negotiated based on experience, minimum hourly rate $23.50 Starting 3rd June through approx. 5th September, with the possibility of ongoing work opportunities for the right people.
Job Requirements
- Need to be fit and willing to work outdoors, and able to work as part of a team. - Orchard or vineyard pruning experience is preferred, but we are willing to provide training for the right applicants. - Minor criminal convictions are considered case by case, and - Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test if required.
Semi-rural location - own transport required as no reliable access to public transport.
- Days of work
- 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. (35 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 23.50
- Job Category
- Crop Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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