Nursery Worker, Horticulture
About this job
Arborgen is looking for Nursery Workers for the 2026 Season. Work is located 5km from Tokoroa township.
there are two teams. 1st- Cutting and setting Crew (40 people) Their role will be Snipping pine tree cuttings in the morning, then planting them in the afternoon (hands and knees) full training provided.
2nd -Lifting Crew (20 People) . Starting a few weeks later pulling out last year’s tree seedlings which are about 6-8 inches long, checking Roots QC, and packing into boxes of 100.- full training provided.
Successful candidates, who are Drug free, fit and healthy and willing to work outside in all weathers. (Employer provides wet weather gear and gumboots) will be offered Seasonal work lasting for between 3-6 months.
All those interested that meet above requirements will be considered, Application forms will need to be completed. And will be available from Tokoroa Work and Income Reception @ 30 Logan Street Tokoroa.
Job Requirements
FULL TRAINING PROVIDED. applicants need to be fit and healthy and be able to work in all weather conditions. Some bending of backs & knees is required so you must be prepared and capable for this. You need to be drug free - Random Testing may also occur.
- Days of work
- Full Time available. Mon - Fri; Sat work offered at peaks. Seasonal work 3-5 Months work Fixed term Contracts (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $25.36 + Piece Rate
- Job Category
- Nurserypersons
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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