Seasonal Role – approx. 4 weeks

Kiwi Pollen is a specialist, family-run pollination agritech, operating since 1989 based in Te Puke. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, motivating a team, and making a real difference during the kiwifruit season. The successful candidate will be looking after a team of flower pickers working in various kiwifruit orchards in the Te Puke & Tauranga area.

Field Supervisor

• Ensure quality standards across the picking team

• Manage, motivate & support flower pickers

• Training new staff in good flower picking techniques

• Champion any health & safety concerns promptly

• Ensure thorough picking of bays and rotations of blocks

• Keep up to date & accurate timesheets

• Liaise with office/mill throughout the day

• Transport flowers to the Mill when required

Outcome of the Role

• Flowers picked meet Kiwi Pollens high quality standards

• Quality issues are swiftly addressed

• A positive and enjoyable environment for the picking team

• Blocks & bays are picked thoroughly

Skills

• Experience in kiwifruit or horticulture (preferred but not essential)

• Strong time management and organisation skills

• Great communicator who can motivate a diverse team

• Comfortable with technology (MS Office & mobile apps)

• Attention to detail with a positive, can-do attitude

• Sense of humour and a team-first mindset

• Timings & Details

Details

• Training in mid/late October then supervision starts in early October for approx 3 weeks - maximum 6 days per week

• $28.33 per hour + 8% holiday pay

• NZ bank account & IRD number required

• Valid work permit/visa required