We’re looking for reliable and hardworking orchard workers to join our apple & pear 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, climbing 2.4m heigh ladder, 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!

What you’ll be doing:
• Dates: Approx start mid- February 2026 until mid-May. We might carry some staff to complete the pruning season with us. We are looking for the candidates that are able to complete the full picking season with us (approx. 3 months).
• Position description: Picking apples to a standard using a 2.4m ladder
• Rate: $23.50 + 8% holiday pay AND contract (piece) rates. 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 7 days a week during harvest.

Harvest Quality Control (QC) Team:

We’re also looking for Harvest QC team members to follow our picking team throughout the day, conducting bin checks for picker's damage and pests. This role is physically active, as you’ll be on your feet all day, moving between the bins. You’ll need to be comfortable using an iPad to issue bin cards via the Hectre app. This position is ideal for people with an eye for detail and good communication skills, as you’ll be providing feedback directly to pickers while helping maintain the highest fruit quality standards.

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.
• Competitive and incentivised piece rates

HOW TO APPLY:
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No other forms of application will be accepted.

The interviews with the shortlisted candidates will commence in January 2026.

You must be NZ citizen/resident or have current work visa to be able to apply for this position.

Must not be colour-blinded and scared of heights.