Seasonal Vineyard/Orchard Worker

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Published 23/10/2026
Location Hastings, New Zealand
Category Apples and Pears  
Job Type Need Staff Soon  
Number of Roles Available 5
Start Date 2026/11/16
End Date 2026/12/11
Starting Rate $23.95 per hour
Job Benefits Transport

Description

About the role
As a Seasonal Vineyard/Orchard Worker, you’ll help keep vineyards and orchards in good shape throughout the season. You’ll work outdoors as part of a team, completing a variety of practical tasks that support the day-to-day running of vineyard and orchard operations.

Work locations may change depending on operational requirements, so you’ll need to be comfortable travelling to different sites across the Hawke’s Bay region. Transport is provided from a central Hastings location if you need it.

Your day-to-day work may include:

  • Apple thinning
  • Vineyard and orchard maintenance
  • Wire lifting and dropping
  • Trellis work, pruning and stripping
  • Vine painting and training young vines
  • Other general outdoor tasks as required

You’ll receive on-the-job training and have the tools needed to carry out your work.

You’ll be a good fit for this role if you:

  • Are physically fit and comfortable with labour-intensive outdoor work
  • Can manage regular bending, stretching, crouching and other physical tasks
  • Are happy working in a range of weather conditions
  • Are reliable, hardworking and willing to learn
  • Can work well with people from different backgrounds and cultures
  • Are flexible about working at different locations across Hawke’s Bay

Previous vineyard or orchard experience is an advantage, but it’s not essential. No formal qualifications or driver licence are required.

Job Requirements

Must have the current legal right to work in NZ - sponsorship is not avaliable.