First Honey specialises in the production of premium Manuka Honey.
We are looking for a hardworking and reliable person to join our team.
This position involves working with bees, maintaining hives, producing new colonies, harvesting honey and potentially assisting with honey extraction. The majority of the work is outdoors and is physically demanding, so we are looking for someone who isn't afraid to get stuck in and is comfortable working in all types of weather.
Responsibilities will include:
• Hive Management and maintenance, including feeding, disease checks, varroa control, re-queening and swarm cell checks
• Accurate record keeping
• Splitting hives, wintering hives, transporting hives and honey harvesting.
• Maintenance of hive/beekeeping equipment including assembly, painting, repairing and storage.
• Field Reporting – any losses, hive needs and hive strength
• Vehicle Maintenance checks
• Keeping good contact with landowners and appropriate site maintenance
• Reporting any machinery faults and break downs to ensure these are remedied as quickly as possible
• Adhering to the health and safety policies and procedures, including hygiene requirements when working within the production area(s)
• Driving company vehicles e.g. trucks, forklifts as appropriate with the relevant vehicle endorsement or certification.
The Ideal applicant will have:
• Minimum of 2 Years Beekeeping experience.
• Experience driving on and off road.
• Works well as part of a team environment;
• Has good working relationships with others;
• Applies the drive and energy for getting the job done;
• Treats people with respect and courtesy in all dealings.
• Manages team workloads (prioritising demands) and delivers on deadlines;
• Acts with professionalism and integrity at all times.
A Valid Class 2 Drivers License and DECA Certification are preferred.
The wage rage for this position is between $30 - $35 and will depend on the level of skill and expertise the position holder brings to this role.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Please send your CV to astrid@firsthoney.co.nz