Kawerau - Machine Operators & Site Managers

Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40

Key Requirements:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.

• A Level 4 or higher relevant qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple horticultural sites
• Supervise teams involved in planting, pruning, thinning, spraying, and harvesting
• Monitor crop health, pest and disease issues, and irrigation systems
• Allocate daily tasks and manage workforce schedules
• Ensure adherence to health and safety, food safety, and employment compliance
• Train and support staff on horticultural techniques and safe equipment use
• Maintain accurate records of productivity, staff hours, and orchard activity
• Report regularly to upper management on site progress and performance

Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40

Key Requirements:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.

• A Level 4 or above relevant qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate orchard tractors, mulchers, sprayers, mowers, or forklifts as required
• Carry out machine-assisted spraying, mulching, and orchard floor maintenance
• Perform daily equipment safety checks and basic machinery maintenance
• Assist with transporting materials and support crews with seasonal operations
• Follow orchard safety protocols and GPS or mapping systems if applicable
• Report any mechanical faults, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly