Karki Horticulture Limited (formerly known as NP Hort Limited) is looking for Supervisors to join its team in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty region. The position involves coordinating orchard activities, overseeing staff, and maintaining smooth daily operations.

Travel within the region is required, and the employer will cover all work-related travel and fuel expenses.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and monitor orchard activities, including planting, pruning, fruit thinning, trellis upkeep, weed management, and canopy care.
  • Oversee harvesting operations to ensure fruit meets required quality standards and is handled properly to minimise damage.
  • Monitor irrigation schedules, soil conditions, and crop health, and promptly report any concerns to management.
  • Support the implementation of pest and disease control measures in accordance with orchard procedures and management instructions.
  • Assign daily tasks to seasonal and contract workers, organise work schedules, and monitor timely completion of assigned duties.
  • Provide guidance and training to new and less-experienced workers on orchard practices, including safe pruning and fruit-picking methods.
  • Monitor employee performance, work quality, and compliance with health and safety requirements, addressing minor concerns or escalating them to management.
  • Report daily work progress, staffing requirements, and upcoming operational needs to the Orchard Manager.
  • Inspect pruning, fruit thinning, and harvesting activities to ensure work meets fruit quality and orchard management requirements.
  • Ensure workers use tools, ladders, and machinery safely and comply with workplace health and safety procedures.
  • Assist in recording daily operational information, including employee hours, completed tasks, and crop maintenance activities.
  • Organise orchard blocks for scheduled planting, routine maintenance, and upcoming seasonal operations.
  • Monitor the availability of essential orchard supplies, such as tools, bins, and pruning equipment, and inform management when additional stock is needed.

 

Required to work for a minimum of 30 hours per week, and you will be paid between $25 to
$30 per hour.


Other Requirements:

  • At least 1 year of relevant work experience or a relevant Level 4 qualification.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and start early as operationally required.
  • Strong supervisory skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
  • Good attention to detail and a focus on maintaining work quality and accuracy.
  • Effective communication with team members and management.
  • Ability to coordinate, oversee, and motivate staff to meet work targets.
  • Physical fitness to undertake outdoor orchard work.
  • Positive work attitude and good interpersonal skills.
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