Join SCH as an Orchard Construction Technician! Build, maintain, and repair world-class kiwifruit orchards in a hands-on, outdoor role.

About SCH

Southern Cross Horticulture is a leading fully integrated kiwifruit orchard development and management company in New Zealand. We’re committed to excellence, innovation, and building the best kiwifruit orchards in the world.

About the Role

Join SCH as an Orchard Construction Technician! Build, maintain, and repair world-class kiwifruit orchards in a hands-on outdoor role.

You'll work with a range of tools, materials, and machinery to erect posts, install hail nets, and carry out repairs. These roles are perfect for someone who thrives in a physical, outdoor environment, enjoys variety, and has a keen eye for detail.

 We are looking for 8 Orchard Construction Technicians – Intermediate.

 This is a full-time, permanent role. The pay rate will be $29.66 – $36.00 per hour depending on experience. You will work Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 5pm, hours may vary from time to time. You will work a minimum of 30 hours each week and average around 45 hours each week. This role will be in the Bay of Plenty.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform orchard construction and maintenance tasks assigned by supervisor correctly, timely and safely eg. tensioning wire with a winch, installing hail net, sewing hail cloth, operate a Hydraladder and working at elevated heights, post ramming etc.
• Operate tractor, kubota side by side, suzuki carry-on and trailers for transporting and performing construction activities. Maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery & implements according to set maintenance schedules and specifications.
• Attend and participate in skill improvement trainings.
• Comply with health and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties related to orchard construction and Repairs and maintenance (R&M) works that may be assigned from time to time.
• Construction and carpentry work including.
• Ensure to record time in workflow max daily, and check site Work-Flow max weekly before submitting each Monday morning.
• Support all other aspects of our operation across the business.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 3 years full-time in relevant experience in carpentry, orchard construction, or related work.
• A valid NZ Drivers Licence.
• Physically fit
• Friendly and energetic
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Initiative
• Positive mindset – living above the line
• Proficient and safe machinery operator & ability to work at heights.
• Proficient in English communication
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing

Why Join SCH?

• Career growth in New Zealand’s kiwifruit industry.
• Supportive, multicultural team environment.
• Work in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.

How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief cover letter to this advert.