KL Kiwi Limited operates kiwifruit orchard activities in the Te Puke region and requires Fruit Production Supervisors to oversee daily orchard operations, manage seasonal programmes, and lead orchard workers. These roles are essential to maintain vine health, achieve production targets, and ensure safe and efficient orchard performance.
Position Title: Fruit Production Supervisor
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Te Puke, Bay of Plenty
Pay Rate: $27 – $34 per hour
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 hours per week
Key Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience or Level 4 qualification.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise day‑to‑day kiwifruit orchard operations and seasonal activities.
- Monitor vine health, irrigation systems, and pest/disease conditions.
- Allocate tasks and supervise orchard workers and seasonal staff.
- Lead seasonal programmes such as pruning, thinning, canopy management, and harvest preparation.
- Train staff in proper horticultural techniques and safe work practices.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health & safety requirements.
- Maintain production records, orchard logs, and activity reports.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure fruit meets required standards.
- Oversee safe use of tools, machinery, and orchard equipment.
- Report progress, issues, and operational needs to management.