Vegetable Planters Wanted!

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Published 25/02/2026
Location Spotswood, New Zealand
Category Vegetables  
Job Type Need Staff Soon  
Number of Roles Available 4
Start Date 2026/03/09
End Date 2026/04/02
Starting Rate $25.38 (8% holiday pay incl)
Job Benefits Accommodation, Transport

Description

We are seeking a reliable and physically capable Field Worker to join our Vegetable Production Unit for a 4-week fixed term position commencing early March.

This role focuses on working in-field as part of our planting team, with additional support in our Babyleaf Harvest operation.

  • Based in North Canterbury (90 mins from Christchurch and 60mins from Kaikoura by bus)
  • 3-4 days per week, averaging 30-40 hours per week (weather/crop dependent)
  • Free transport to and from work daily from the accommodation (15-25mins from work)

You will be working outdoors in our lettuce, broccoli, and babyleaf crops. Duties include:

  • Transplanting broccoli and lettuce seedlings
  • Walking behind the transplanter to correct misplaced seedlings
  • Assisting the Planting Supervisor with sorting seedlings onto racks
  • Walking behind the babyleaf harvester
  • Sorting mesclun and spinach into crates
  • Stacking crates safely onto trailers

The Candidate

You will be a team player that enjoys working in a close-knit outdoor environment. You will be motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team, sharing the same respect we do for creating a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will display the following;

  • Physically fit
  • Ability and motivation to work outdoors
  • Hardworking
  • Great communicator

What we can offer

  • A friendly environment to work in
  • As a year-round operation, opportunities for growth through ongoing training and development

Please refer to our website www.scottfresh.co.nz for more information about the role or the accommodation options. Scottfresh are committed to being a drug free workplace.

All applicants must be based in NZ currently, be able to work legally, and have an NZ bank account and IRD number.

*All wet weather gear and PPE are provided and issued on the induction day.

Job Requirements

All applicants must be based in NZ currently, be able to work legally, and have an NZ bank account and IRD number. 

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