About Us

We are a newly established horticultural business based in Waihi, specialising in avocado orchard management and fruit production. 

The company focuses on the long-term development of high-quality, export-grade fruit, produced in accordance with NZGAP, GlobalG.A.P., and packhouse compliance standards.


Avocado production is the company’s core activity, with additional orchard management activities undertaken for other fruit crops on a supplementary basis as the business grows.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Fruit Grower / Orchard Manager to oversee day-to-day orchard operations, primarily focused on avocado production, with involvement in other fruit orchards where required.

This is a hands-on role responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all aspects of fruit growing operations, from orchard establishment and crop management through to harvest and post-harvest coordination, and you will need to work 30-40 hours per week, between Monday to Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise orchard activities of fruit crops.

• Manage irrigation, fertiliser, spray, and pest/disease control programmes

• Monitor orchard health, tree performance, and crop development

• Coordinate harvesting activities and liaise with packhouses to meet export quality requirements

• Ensure compliance with NZGAP, GlobalG.A.P., and relevant biosecurity and food safety standards

• Maintain accurate orchard records and production data

• Supervise and train seasonal workers and contractors, ensuring health and safety compliance

• Respond to weather events (frost, wind, heavy rain) to minimise crop loss and protect production

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience in managing fruit crops.

• Understanding of Zespri and export-grade standards is a bonus.

• Excellent leadership, planning, and record-keeping skills.

• Flexible approach – availability outside standard hours when needed.

• Must reside in or near Waihi for on-site management.

Preferred Attributes

• Fluency in Mandarin and Taiwanese for liaison with overseas partners.

• Awareness of vegetarian / plant-based farming ethos and sustainability values.

• Passion for long-term orchard development and fruit-growing innovation.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.

• Opportunity to lead a developing horticultural business with strong growth potential.

• Supportive team focused on quality, sustainability, and export success.

Interested? Apply with your CV and a short cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Applications close once a suitable candidate is found.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • What's your resident status or What visa are you holding?
  • How many years of relevant experience do you have?
  • If requested, will you agree to do pre-employment drug and medical test?
  • If requested, will you agree to provide criminal record check?
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