Day shift - Kiwifruit Packhouse workers
About this job
VACANCIES AVAILABLE – PACKHOUSE DAYSHIFT (TAURIKO) 2026 Main Harvest Kiwifruit Season
We are looking for reliable and hardworking people to join our Tauriko Packhouse Dayshift team for the upcoming 2026 kiwifruit harvest season.
Positions Available: - Kiwifruit Packers - Graders (experience required) - Stackers - Tray Prep - Cool store Assistants - General Cleaning Staff
About the Work: - You will be on your feet and working inside the packhouse for the full shift. - Shifts: Monday–Sunday, 7:00am – 6:30pm - Hours: 30+ hours per week (up to 6 days of work available) - Training provided for all roles except grading. - Closed footwear is required – sneakers are recommended. - PPE will be provided. - Work in a modern, automated packhouse with a supportive team.
This is a fixed-term contract for the Main Harvest Season: March to June 2026
How to apply: Call on 0800 779 009 and quote the job ID.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements: - Must have a restricted/full driver licence and own transport to get to and from work. - Must complete a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing throughout the main harvest season - Previous packhouse experience is an advantage (not essential except for grading roles) - Reliable, punctual, positive attitude and willingness to learn. - Physically fit, as shifts are up to 12 hours and involve being on your feet and performing lifting duties - A strong work ethic and a willingness to commit to dayshift work - MOJ checks required – minor convictions considered on a case-by-case basis (no theft, stealing, or similar offences) - Clean and tidy presentation. - Must provide a passport or birth certificate with photo ID.
- Days of work
- Monday – Sunday. 7am – 6:30pm (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $23.50 per/hour
- Job Category
- Packers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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To apply for this job please phone 0800 779 009 and quote Job ID 22984720
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