Kiwifruit Foreman

1 month ago


Tasman, New Zealand Fairfield Orchards Full time

**Description** : We have a vacancy for a fulltime permanent role for a Kiwifruit Foreman.

The role will have a focus on quality for our 16 hectare of G3 kiwifruit. The Kiwifruit Foreman will be responsible for carrying out all cyclical operational aspects and the performance of division employees.

The Kiwifruit Foreman will be guided and supported by the Operations Manager and will meet the annual objectives. During the harvest period the Kiwifruit Foreman will assist with supervising the pipfruit harvest and pipfruit crews.

**Requirements** : The following skills and experience will be required.

'¢Proven experience in Kiwifruit crop management techniques

'¢Experience in implementing Quality Management Systems to protect against disease, deficiencies and ultimately enhance production

'¢Proven experience in employee performance management

'¢Excellent leadership and communication skills

'¢Ability to effectively manage time and execute operational plans

'¢A knowledge of Health & Safety, and/or a First Aid Certificate

'¢The right to live and work in New Zealand.

**Hours**: Our normal hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm Mon '“ Fri and Saturday work will necessary if the weather has been poor during the week, or during the harvest season.