Orchardist

Job ID 23059200
Hawke's Bay, Hastings
Full-time
Listed on 24 Feb 2026

About this job

The Orchardist supports day to day orchard operations to produce a high quality export crop. Key tasks include:

Pruning, tree training and thinning Quality checks, tree tying and redevelopment tasks Tractor driving, mowing, spraying and mulching Irrigation Using ladders and hand tools General physical orchard work Tractor, spraying, or machinery operation experience Orchard or horticulture experience Supervisory experience or working with multicultural teams e.g., Pacific workforce

Job Requirements

Not essential but any related qualifications would be beneficial e.g. Grow Safe.

Have reliable transport (minimum Restricted licence) Hold a satisfactory MOJ check Pass a urine drug test Be available for full time work

Days of work
7:30am to 4:30pm 30 – 60 hours per week Monday - Saturday (40 hours per week)
Pay Details
25/hour depending on exp
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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