2x Senior Orchard Hands - Rosewood Orchards

FarmRight LtdOrchard WorkerNapier, Hawke's Bay3w ago

2x SENIOR ORCHARD HAND – ROSEWOOD ORCHARDS

Exciting opportunity to take the next step in your horticulture career and be part of an established large scale orchard operation located in the Hawkes Bay region, based near Hasting-Napier with orchards located in Meeanee, Twyford and Havelock North.

• 2x Senior Orchard Hand roles

• Hasting-Napier Based

• Start Now!!

• Permanent Full Time Position

FarmRight Ltd operates as Portfolio Investment Manager for the New Zealand Superannuation Fund and oversees more than 18,400 hectares of farm and orchard land across New Zealand, including its pipfruit portfolio comprising approximately 530 canopy hectares. At FarmRight we take a sustainable, long-term view, investing in the success of our people and in opportunities that deliver a win-win outcome for all involved. Since expanding into horticulture management in 2017, FarmRight has continued to grow its pipfruit portfolio, creating exciting opportunities for experienced people who want to build their careers within a progressive and innovative business.

Located in the Hawke's Bay region, our Meeanee, Twyford and Havelock North orchards (known locally as Rosewood Orchards) are a short drive from both Hastings and Napier. We manage approximately 80 hectares of predominantly Envy apples, together with new Jolie graft development, utilising modern orchard systems, technology and management practices to maximise productivity, quality and sustainability.

We are looking for two (2) experienced Senior Orchard Hands to join our permanent team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step in their horticultural career by combining hands-on orchard work with mentoring, coordinating seasonal teams and supporting the Orchard Manager in delivering exceptional orchard performance.

Key Responsibilies

• Assist with coordinating and delivering day-to-day orchard operations across all seasonal programmes.

• Provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring and support to permanent and seasonal orchard staff.

• Assist with supervising seasonal teams to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to company quality standards.

• Undertake and coordinate pruning, thinning, tree training and other tree husbandry activities.

• Carry out agrichemical mixing and application in accordance with Growsafe requirements and company procedures.

• Operate orchard machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.

• Assist with irrigation, fertiliser and weed control programmes.

• Conduct quality control checks and support continuous improvement across orchard operations.

• Promote and demonstrate strong health and safety practices at all times.

• Support harvest operations and other seasonal orchard activities as required.

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced orchard professional who enjoys leading by example and helping others succeed.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience working within a commercial orchard.

• Demonstrated experience supervising or coordinating seasonal orchard staff.

• Current Growsafe Certification.

• Proven experience in the safe handling and application of agrichemicals within an orchard environment.

• Experience operating orchard machinery and equipment.

• Strong communication, organisational and time management skills.

• A positive attitude with the ability to motivate and mentor others.

• A strong commitment to health, safety and quality.

• A current New Zealand Driver Licence (or the ability to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration reflective of your skills and experience.

• Permanent full-time employment with a growing horticultural business.

• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced Orchard Manager and leadership team.

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

• A supportive, inclusive and safety-focused workplace.

• Modern orchards, equipment and production systems.

• The opportunity to contribute to one of New Zealand's premium pipfruit operations.

How To Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your horticulture career and join a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Please click "Apply Now" and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by Friday 16th October 2026.

Join FarmRight and help produce world-class apples while contributing to a workplace built on operational excellence, teamwork and continuous improvement.

For more information, please email applejobs@farmright.com

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