Top Crops Limited operates orchard and horticulture services in the Tauranga region and requires Fruit Production Supervisors to oversee daily orchard operations, manage seasonal programmes, and lead workers. These roles are essential for maintaining vine/plant health, fruit quality, and efficient horticultural production

Position Title: Fruit Production Supervisor
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Pay Rate: $28 – $34 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 tasks including pruning, thinning, canopy work, and vine training.
  • Monitor plant and vine health, pest/disease risks, irrigation, and crop load.
  • Allocate daily tasks to workers and monitor output and work quality.
  • Train staff in safe horticultural practices and orchard techniques.
  • Support planning and execution of seasonal orchard programmes.
  • Ensure compliance with orchard health & safety standards.
  • Oversee safe use, storage, and maintenance of orchard tools and machinery.
  • Maintain daily logs, orchard records, and productivity reports.
  • Conduct quality checks to protect fruit grade and orchard performance.
  • Report orchard progress, challenges, and resource needs to management.