We operate kiwifruit business in the Te Puke region and requires Fruit Production Supervisors to coordinate daily activities, manage seasonal programmes, and lead orchard teams. Also requires a Training & Development Officer to train staff, improve performance standards, and ensure workers follow correct kiwifruit horticulture methods and safety procedures.
Position Title: Fruit Production Supervisor
Number of Positions: 4
Location: Bay of Plenty
Pay Rate: $28 – $35 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week
Key Requirements
- 2+ years’ experience or Level 4 Qualification.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily orchard operations including pruning, thinning, canopy work, and vine training.
- Monitor vine health, irrigation, pest and disease pressures, and crop load.
- Allocate tasks and manage teams of orchard workers and seasonal staff.
- Train staff in kiwifruit horticulture techniques and safe work practices.
- Ensure compliance with orchard health & safety requirements.
- Oversee safe use and basic maintenance of orchard tools and equipment.
- Maintain daily logs, productivity records, and orchard documentation.
- Conduct quality checks to protect fruit grade and seasonal outcomes.
- Liaise with management regarding orchard progress and resource needs.
- Support harvest preparation and readiness activities.
Position Title: Training & Development Officer
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Bay of Plenty
Pay Rate: $28 – $35 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week
Key Requirements
- 2+ years’ experience or Level 4 Qualification.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver training for workers on kiwifruit tasks.
- Train new employees in safety, tool handling, and work procedures.
- Monitor work quality and provide corrective coaching and performance feedback.
- Maintain training records, competency registers, and assessment documentation.
- Conduct onsite demonstrations and practical skills sessions.
- Support supervisors with team skill development and upskilling needs.
- Ensure workers follow orchard safety rules, PPE usage, and hazard controls.
- Assist with induction programmes, job‑specific training, and seasonal readiness.
- Identify training gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Liaise with management regarding training outcomes and staff development needs.