Assistant Orchard Manager - Apples
Job Description
About the role
Craigmore is looking for an Assistant Orchard Manager to join the team at our newly acquired orchard on Hill Road in Hastings. As our Assistant Orchard Manager, you’ll be hands-on in the orchard, working alongside our Orchard Manager to maximise production, lead seasonal teams, and ensure operations run smoothly and safely.
What you’ll be doing
Supervising and supporting orchard staff
Driving orchard performance and quality standards
Overseeing day-to-day orchard operations across your allocated block
Ensuring health, safety and compliance are second nature
Helping build a motivated, skilled, and engaged team
About the team
The Apples Team are a key part of Craigmore’s horticulture portfolio, with orchards located across Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti. We strive to produce the best apples each season, while growing great people. This is a great opportunity to join Craigmore’s horticulture team, with the chance to come on board alongside other new team members. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to achieve great results and contribute to the ongoing success of our new orchard.
What you’ll bring
Strong leadership and people management skills
Knowledge and experience in apple orchard production
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Great planning skills
A genuine commitment to health & safety
Grow Safe, First Aid, and OSH forklift licences (or willingness to obtain)
A full NZ driver’s licence
About Craigmore
Craigmore Sustainables is a purpose-led business operating farms, orchards, vineyards and forests across New Zealand. Every day, our people work together to produce premium food and fibre while building sustainable businesses. From sustainable land management to supporting rural communities, we are continually improving the way we work. We invest in great people, practical innovation and strong partnerships that are helping to shape the future of New Zealand's primary industries. Learn more about us at: www.craigmore.com
How to apply
Click ‘apply now’ to join Craigmore and help us Understand Tomorrow, Act Today. If you have any questions about the role, or would like a copy of the position description, please email [email protected]
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