Cherry Picking – (Dec 26 or Jan 27 start)
| Published | 08/09/2026 |
| Location | Alexandra, New Zealand |
| Category | Stonefruit (including Cherries) |
| Job Type | Need Staff Soon |
| Number of Roles Available | 25 |
| Start Date | 2026/12/14 |
| End Date | 2027/01/28 |
| Starting Rate | 23.95 |
| 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:
- You'll be harvesting cherries, working carefully to pick ripe fruit and fill buckets.
- The work is outdoors, so you need to be prepared for all kinds of weather—sun, wind, or rain.
- Days start early at 6:00 AM to make the most of the cooler morning hours.
- This is a job with a bonus system. 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:
- Don't mind physical work and being on their feet all day.
- Are reliable and have a good attitude, even with an early start.
- Work well in a team but can also focus on their own task.
- Want to earn good money for a season of work.
The perks:
- Earn a seasons bonus.
- Work in a beautiful outdoor setting.
- Finish early and have your afternoons free.
- 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
