Site Manager, Forklift Driver, Orchard Manager, Horticulture Leading Hand, Machinery Operator,

Position: Site Manager

Number of Positions: 3

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $32 – $38 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience or Level 4 or higher qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of kiwifruit orchard sites

• Supervise and coordinate field staff and contractors

• Monitor work quality and ensure compliance with orchard standards

• Manage schedules for pruning, thinning, harvesting, and spraying

• Conduct health and safety briefings and enforce safety protocols

• Maintain records of staff attendance, productivity, and site activities

• Liaise with Orchard Manager and clients regarding progress and issues

• Assist with training and onboarding of new staff

• Ensure equipment and tools are used safely and maintained properly

Position: Forklift Driver

Number of Positions: 3

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $30 – $35 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 year of experience or Level 4 qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to transport kiwifruit bins and pallets

• Load and unload trucks and trailers safely

• Stack and store produce in designated areas

• Conduct pre-operational checks and report faults

• Follow site traffic management and safety procedures

• Assist with bin placement and retrieval during harvest

• Maintain cleanliness and order in forklift operating areas

• Record movements and inventory as required

• Support packhouse or orchard teams during peak periods

Position: Agriculture and Horticulture Technician

Number of Positions: 3

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $30 – $35 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience or Level 4 or higher qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor kiwifruit crop health and growth stages

• Conduct pest and disease scouting and reporting

• Assist with soil and leaf sampling for nutrient analysis

• Support irrigation and fertigation scheduling

• Record data on crop performance and treatments

• Apply sprays and treatments as per orchard plan

• Assist with pruning, thinning, and canopy management

• Maintain compliance with GAP and biosecurity standards

• Collaborate with Orchard Manager on technical improvements

Position: Orchard Manager

Number of Positions: 1

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $38 – $45 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience or Level 4 or higher qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage overall operations of kiwifruit orchards

• Develop and implement seasonal work plans

• Supervise site managers and field teams

• Monitor orchard performance and crop yields

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and audits

• Manage budgets, procurement, and resource allocation

• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers

• Oversee health and safety systems and training

• Report orchard performance to company directors

Position: Horticulture Leading Hand

Number of Positions: 3

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $32 – $35 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience or Level 4 or higher qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small teams in orchard tasks such as pruning and thinning

• Allocate daily tasks and monitor progress

• Train new workers on orchard procedures

• Ensure work is completed to quality standards

• Report issues to Site Manager or Orchard Manager

• Maintain tools and ensure safe use

• Assist with harvest coordination and bin placement

• Monitor worker attendance and productivity

• Support health and safety compliance

Position: Machinery Operator

Number of Positions: 2

Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Pay Rate: $30 – $35 per hour

Hours: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience or Level 4 qualification
• AND Valid driver's license (Class 1) New Zealand or International

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, sprayers, and mulchers in orchard blocks

• Conduct pre-start checks and routine maintenance

• Apply sprays and treatments as per orchard schedule

• Transport bins and equipment across orchard sites

• Follow GPS and mapping systems for precision tasks

• Maintain spray logs and machinery usage records

• Report faults or hazards to management

• Assist with irrigation and mowing tasks

• Ensure safe operation in all weather and terrain conditions

Pay: Please refer to below job descriptions

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