Apple Orchard Development Labourers
About this job
Join the team at one of New Zealand's newest high-intensity apple orchards and help shape the future of our orchard development.
We’re currently expanding our apple orchard in Pendarves, Ashburton and are looking for physically fit and reliable individuals to join us in a variety of hands-on roles on a fixed term contract for the second development phase. If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
The development phase consists of three main components these being the Trellis Installation, Cable and Wire Installation and Irrigation Installation. All are critical parts of the orchard development as they provide the framework for the planting and management of the trees.
Key Duties Include:
Irrigation Installation • Laying PVC/PE pipework • Installing manifolds and valves • Dripline layout, checks, and repairs
Trellis & Orchard Infrastructure • Building V trellis structures • Installing posts, anchors, and support wires • Running and tensioning cabling and wires • Assisting with tree training and support systems
What We’re Looking For: • Physically capable of outdoor labour in all weather conditions • Positive attitude and willingness to learn • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team • Previous orchard or horticulture experience is a bonus—but not essential
You must be in New Zealand and eligible to work for the full period of the contract.
Job Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- Physically capable of outdoor labour in all weather conditions
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Previous orchard or horticulture experience is a bonus—but not essential
- You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand
- Pass a pre-employment drugs test.
- Pass a MOJ check
- Days of work
- Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.00pm (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- TBA
- 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
- Yes
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