Cherry Picking – (Dec 25 or Jan 26 start)
| Published | 31/08/2025 |
| Location | Alexandra, New Zealand |
| Category | Stonefruit (including Cherries) |
| Job Type | Expressions of Interest |
| Number of Roles Available | 30 |
| Start Date | 2025/12/15 |
| End Date | 2026/01/23 |
| Starting Rate | $23.50 per hour |
| Job Benefits | Accommodation, Bucket/bin rate bonuses, Free Wifi |
Description

Looking for summer work? Join our harvest team.
We're hiring pickers for the upcoming cherry season. This is a great opportunity to work outdoors, stay active, and earn money over the summer. It's physical work, but rewarding, perfect for those who love the outdoors.
About the Job:
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You'll be harvesting cherries, working carefully to pick ripe fruit and fill buckets.
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The work is outdoors, so you need to be prepared for all kinds of weather—sun, wind, or rain.
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Days start early at 6:00 AM to make the most of the cooler morning hours.
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This is a piece-rate position. Your pay is based on the amount of quality fruit you harvest, so your effort directly determines your earnings.
- December or January start available
We're looking for people who:
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Don't mind physical work and being on their feet all day.
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Are reliable and have a good attitude, even with an early start.
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Work well in a team but can also focus on their own task.
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Want to earn good money for a season of work.
The perks:
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Earn competitive piece rates.
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Work in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Finish early and have your afternoons free.
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Join a social and supportive team atmosphere.
- Accommodation available
Ready to apply?
If you're keen for a summer of outdoor work, we'd love to hear from you.
You must be an NZ citizen, NZ resident or hold a valid NZ work visa. Your application will not be processed without the correct rights to work in NZ
Apply at panmureorchards.co.nz
*Only applications received through panmureorchards.co.nz will be processed*
Job Requirements
Great work attitude
No previous experience required
You must be an NZ citizen, NZ resident or hold a valid NZ work visa. Your application will not be processed without the correct rights to work in NZ
