Orchard Assistant

Job ID 23054110
Waikato, Hamilton
Full-time
Listed on 18 Feb 2026

About this job

Orchard Assistant Wanted

Love working outdoors and being part of a hands on team? We’re looking for enthusiastic Orchard Assistants to join our busy apple orchard. If you enjoy fresh air, physical work, and being part of a friendly team, this could be the perfect role for you!

About the role: You’ll be involved in the day to day operations of the orchard, helping ensure our apples are picked and graded to the highest quality standards.

Key duties include:

Apple picking during harvest season Grading and sorting apples by size and quality Packing fruit for storage or distribution Following quality control and food safety standards Working as part of a team to meet daily targets General orchard maintenance and packhouse support as required

What we’re looking for:

A positive attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work outdoors and perform physical work Previous experience picking fruit Good attention to detail for grading and sorting Reliability and strong work ethic Ability to work well in a team environment Previous orchard or packhouse experience is essential

If you’re keen to get outdoors and be part of a successful harvest, and enjoy a variety of work, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join our apple orchard team!

Job Requirements

- Reliable transport - Have previous experience working in an orchard picking fruit - Full or Restricted Drivers License - Trustworthy, reliable and enjoy physical work - MOJ and Drug and Alcohol check - Be able to manual lift up to 20kgs and be physically fit - Be ok on ladders

Days of work
Tuesday - Friday: shifts 7am - 3pm & 10am - 6pm (30 hours per week)
Pay Details
$23.50
Job Category
Crop Farm Workers
Career Level
Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
Driver Licence
Full, Restricted
(Class 1) - Car Licence
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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