Kiwifruit Pickers -Main harvest 2026
About this job
We have an opportunity for kiwifruit pickers main harvest season who enjoy outdoor work, motivated and a good team player in the Waihi, Katikati, Te Puna and Te Puke areas to join our team. Duties include Picking kiwifruit for main harvest season 2026, This work involves being on your feet and working above head and shoulders height for long periods of time therefore a good level of fitness is required. Previous experience preferred but not essential as training is provided. Monday to Sunday (Flexible), 8 to 10 hour per day weather dependant, Fixed term contract, Immediate start to February 2026. This work is weather dependant with up to 5 to 6 days of work available. For health and safety reasons, closed footwear must be worn on-orchard – gumboots are suitable. Zero tolerance for drug impairment, must have own transport and hold a minimum of restricted driver license.
Job Requirements
Physically fit and able to work on your feet for long periods Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Flexible to work Monday to Sunday, up to 5–6 days per week Available for 8–10 hour shifts (weather dependent) Own reliable transport to travel to orchard locations Hold a minimum of a restricted driver licence Drug-free and able to pass MOJ Previous experience preferred but not essential (training provided)
- Days of work
- Mon - Sunday, 8-10hrs per day-weather dependant (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- TBD
- 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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