Kiwifruit Harvest in Motueka – Incentive Paid
| Published | 04/03/2026 |
| Location | 83 Husthouse Street, Lower Moutere, Motueka, New Zealand |
| Category | Kiwifruit |
| Job Type | Need Staff Soon |
| Number of Roles Available | 24 |
| Start Date | 2026/03/20 |
| End Date | 2026/04/30 |
| Starting Rate | 23.50 |
| Job Benefits | Accommodation |
Description

We’re looking for reliable and hardworking orchard workers to join our kiwifruit picking team in Lower Moutere, Motueka. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role that is essential to producing high-quality fruit. You’ll be on your feet all day, lifting bags of picked fruit, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. This role is perfect for people who enjoy hard work, being part of a collaborative team, and taking pride in the quality of their work.
You won’t need your gym subscription – get fit (and paid) while working for us!
- Approx start on 20th March and season will finish at the end of April.
PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS NOT SUITABLE FOR TALL PEOPLE (180CM+)
• Rate: $23.50 + 8% holiday pay AND Incentive PAID .
The Employer may pay additional $1.00 per each hour worked to employees who complete the entire kiwifruit picking season as scheduled by the Employer. This incentive is discretionary and will be assesses based on full attendance and adherence to employment terms
Please note that holiday pay is paid out at the end of the employment term.
• Working hours: Weather dependable. 7.30am – 5pm; (9-hr days). You must be available to work weekends, as we operate 6 days a week during harvest.
What we offer:
• No experience needed – we have a fantastic team of supervisors that will train you up.
• Opportunity to work for an employer that values hard work and looks after their staff
• Limited on-site campground parking with access to facilities is available upon request.
HOW TO APPLY:
***********PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW************
You MUST apply via our form: https://forms.office.com/r/95nwQjypaA
Copy and paste it into your browser.
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No other forms of application will be accepted.
You must be NZ citizen/resident or have current work visa to be able to apply for this position.
Job Requirements
You must NOT be taller than 180cm
