Full-time farm labouring role harvesting & processing NZ flax in Canterbury. No experience needed — just fitness and reliability. Apply now!
Farm & Harvest Labourer – Flax Processing (Immediate Start)
Canterbury | Full-time, approx. 3 months (flexible)

About the Role
  • We're looking for extra hands to help harvest and process harakeke (NZ flax) as part of a small, fast-moving team producing natural fibre materials.
  • This is a hands-on, physical role working directly with harakeke from the field to the processing machinery.
  • You'll be part of a small crew, learning as you go and contributing to a product used in industries worldwide.
  • No prior experience with harakeke or fibre processing is needed. If you're reliable, physically fit and keen to learn, we want to hear from you.
  • There may be an opportunity to continue into future harvesting seasons for the right person.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Harvesting harakeke in the field: cutting, grading, and preparing bundles of leaves
  • Processing fibre: leaf input, fibre handling, and fibre sorting
  • Operating equipment including fibre processing and cleaning machinery
  • Keeping the workspace clean, safe, and well-organised
  • Working alongside the team to hit production targets over the coming months
About You
  • Very fit and physically able — this role involves demanding outdoor harvesting work
  • Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions
  • Reliable, punctual, and a good team player
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and a police check
  • A genuine interest in engineering, technology, or ecology is a bonus
Hours & Pay
  • Full-time hours, 8am–5pm
  • $28/hour
  • 40 hrs/week
What You'll Get
  • Real hands-on experience in a growing NZ materials business
  • Competitive pay
  • Become part of a tight-knit team
Apply now — we're looking to fill this role quickly, so don't wait to get in touch!
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