[ref. g2531524] Orchard Assistant
Our 250Ha’s of orchard are on flat land that is only a 10-minute drive from the local township of Richmond.
We have an exciting opportunity available as an orchard assistant/orchard operator on our Apple orchards. Experience in horticulture is an advantage but not essential. If you have work experience with machinery, physically fit, reliable and a self-motivated person who enjoys being outside then come and work in our orchards.
The position will start with winter pruning, and tree training then moving on to thinning and harvesting. So, if you are:- Experienced within an orchard environment? Great, we would love to hear from you.
- Not experienced, but want to know more about making orcharding a career? Excellent we want to hear from you too!
- Able to work well within a team or independently
- Ensure that the highest standards of Health and Safety are maintained
- Excellent communication skills
- Happy to give any task a go with the right training
- Physically fit.
Wai-west will also support study through the NZ apprenticeship scheme (Levels 2-5) for a NZ certificate or NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production.
We look forward to hearing about you, please apply by sending an e-mail with your CV and cover letter to HR@wai-west.co.nz (NZ residency is a requirement).
Note: Wai-West Horticulture operates as a drug free environment, so we require all new employees to pass a pre-employment drug test.