Horticulture Worker

Job ID 22938901
Bay of Plenty, Ōpōtiki
Full-time
Listed on 13 Oct 2025

About this job

Keen for outdoor work? We have fixed-term opportunities for people who enjoy outdoor work, are motivated and good team players. The work is available in the Opotiki and Te Kaha areas commencing Oct and going through until 19th Dec. Duties include flower thinning, bud thinning, fruit thinning, crush tipping, male pruning, and summer pruning. You will be on your feet and working above head and shoulders height for long periods of time therefore a good level of fitness is required. This work is weather dependant with up to 5 to 6 days of work available. For health and safety reasons, closed footwear must be worn on-orchard – gumboots are suitable. Tools are provided by the employer and training is provided. Interested? Please contact your Case Manager or Rod.Topperwien003@msd.govt.nz for copy of application form.

Job Requirements

Good level of fitness Pass random drug test No history of violent offending Must have reliable transport and at least restricted licence A network connected phone for contact

Days of work
Available Mon-Sun between 6am and 7pm for weather dependent work. (30 hours per week)
Pay Details
$24.00
Job Category
Crop Farm Workers
Career Level
Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
Vehicle Licence
Full, Restricted
(Class 1) - Car Licence
Motorcycle Licence
Learners, (Class 6) - Motorcycle Licence
Pre-employment drug test required
No

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