Kahlon Farms Limited operates horticulture and orchard services in Katikati and requires Fruit Production Supervisors to oversee orchard operations, manage seasonal tasks, and lead teams to ensure safe and efficient fruit production. These roles are essential for maintaining crop health, orchard quality, and productivity.

Also Horticulture Leading Hands to assist supervisors and lead small orchard teams in daily and seasonal tasks. These roles are essential for maintaining orchard productivity, work quality, and safe operations.

Position Title: Fruit Production Supervisor
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Pay Rate: $28 – $32 per hour 
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience OR Level 4 qualification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily orchard activities and seasonal work programmes.
  • Monitor vine/plant health, crop load, irrigation, and pest/disease conditions.
  • Allocate tasks and supervise orchard workers and seasonal teams.
  • Train workers in horticultural techniques and safe work practices.
  • Lead pruning, thinning, canopy management, vine training, and harvest preparation.
  • Maintain accurate orchard operation and productivity records.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
  • Oversee safe use and maintenance of orchard machinery and equipment.
  • Conduct quality checks to protect fruit grade and minimise losses.
  • Report progress, issues, and orchard needs to management.

 

Position Title: Horticulture Leading Hand
Number of Positions: 3
Location: Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Pay Rate: $30 – $36 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience OR Level 4 qualification.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead small teams in daily orchard tasks including pruning, thinning, and canopy work.
  • Assist supervisors with planning and coordinating seasonal activities.
  • Allocate tasks and monitor worker output and quality.
  • Operate orchard tools and equipment safely (loppers, secateurs, pole saws, etc.).
  • Train new staff in horticultural techniques and safe work practices.
  • Maintain orchard hygiene and follow biosecurity standards.
  • Report vine/plant health issues, pests, or diseases to supervisors.
  • Support irrigation checks and general orchard maintenance.
  • Ensure safe handling of fruit and canopy structures to protect crop quality.
  • Maintain simple records of tasks completed and worker productivity.
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