VLS Field Technician Kerikeri

Kiwifruit Sample
Collectors – Get Outdoors, Earn, and Make This Summer Count

Keen to work outside, explore your local area,
and do something a bit different this summer?

Verified Lab Services is looking for Seasonal Kiwifruit Sample Collectors to
join our team from January to June - perfect for locals or working-holiday
travellers who like early starts, fresh air, and good company.

You'll spend your days walking orchards, picking
kiwifruit samples, and driving between local orchards to help growers decide
when to harvest. Some days you'll stay close to home, others you will head out
across Northland. It's hands-on, fitness-building, outdoors, and great to do
with a friend or partner

What you'll do:

• Walk kiwifruit orchards
  collecting samples for testing.
• Drive between orchards
  during the day and drop them off to one of our laboratories or courier
  collection points.
• Use mobile apps to
  record your work and stay in touch with our support team.
• Start from home each
  morning – we will provide all the training, technology, gear, and support
  you need.
• Work in a relaxed,
  social team that values effort, care, and a good laugh along the way.

What we're looking for:

• Reliable, safety-minded
  people who enjoy being outdoors.
• Tech-comfortable (you
  will use a company-issued phone and printer)
• Confident on the road
  and happy working solo or in a pair.
• Available 6 days a week,
  between 6 AM – 3 PM, rain or shine.
• A full, clean driver's
  licence (VLS operates a modern fleet of vehicles, which are allocated).

The details:

• Locations: Kerikeri
  & Whangārei
• Contract: Seasonal Fixed Term,
  January – June (season dependent).
• Who can apply: NZ
  residents and working-holiday visa holders welcome.

It's a great way to earn good money, stay
active, and enjoy the summer outdoors.

Whether you're teaming up with a mate or going solo, you will play a key part
in bringing New Zealand's kiwifruit to the world.

Apply now and make this summer one to remember -
good work, good people, and plenty of sunshine and steps

About Verified Lab Services

Verified Lab Services supports New Zealand's horticulture industry by providing
accurate and reliable sampling, monitoring, and testing services. Based in the
Bay of Plenty and Northland, our energetic team helps growers succeed through
innovation, accuracy, and care.

Got some questions about the role? Contact us
on for a friendly chat or ask about one of our upcoming information
days