Apple Tree Thinners - Gisborne 2026

De Costa Enterprises LtdOrchard WorkerGisborne, Gisborne4d ago
We are looking for full-time workers to join our friendly team for the apple thinning season
Apple thinning is an important part of producing high quality apples. You will be removing excess apple fruitlets from the trees, enabling the remaining apples room to grow to the optimal size and quality required
PAY and HOURS
Starting mid-November 2025 and finishing just before Christmas
Working 5-6 days per week / 40-50 hours per week
$25.00 per hour plus 8% holiday pay
Affordable accommodation on site available (limited numbers)
Full training provided - no previous experience required
JOB INVOLVES:
Working outdoors in various weather conditions
Working as part of a team to meet quality and productivity targets
Walking and standing on your feet most of the day
Working with Mobile Platforms to reach the higher branches
Repetitive hand/finger and arm movements
Fruit Removal - pluck out small, damaged, misshapen or crowded fruitlets by hand from each cluster
Quality Control - follow specific instructions from orchard supervisors regarding fruit spacing, size standards and tree variety rules.
SUITABLE CANDIDATES:
High level of physical fitness
Positive, friendly attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Ability to perform repetitive manual work
Work well as part of a team
Reliable, Good timekeeping, Turn up to work each day
Must be currently in NZ
Must have legal right to work in NZ (Valid Work Visa)
Must have own reliable transport
NZ Bank Account
IRD Number
Job Requirements
Must be currently in New Zealand
Must be a NZ citizen or hold a valid Work Visa (Working Holiday Visa)

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