Field Supervisor

Description

Seasonal Role – approx. 3 weeks

Kiwi Pollen is a specialist, family-run pollination agritech, operating since 1989 based in Te Puke. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, motivating a team, and making a real difference during the kiwifruit season. The successful candidate will be looking after a team of flower pickers working in various kiwifruit orchards in the Te Puke & Tauranga area.

Field Supervisor

•         Ensure quality standards across the picking team

•         Manage, motivate & support flower pickers

•         Training new staff in good flower picking techniques

•         Champion any health & safety concerns promptly

•         Ensure thorough picking of bays and rotations of blocks

•         Keep up to date & accurate timesheets

•         Liaise with office/mill throughout the day

•         Transport flowers to the Mill when required

Outcome of the Role

•         Flowers picked meet Kiwi Pollens high quality standards

•         Quality issues are swiftly addressed

•         A positive and enjoyable environment for the picking team

•         Blocks & bays are picked thoroughly

Skills

•         Experience in kiwifruit or horticulture (preferred but not essential)

•         Strong time management and organisation skills

•         Great communicator who can motivate a diverse team

•         Comfortable with technology (MS Office & mobile apps)

•         Attention to detail with a positive, can-do attitude

•         Sense of humour and a team-first mindset

•         Timings & Details

Details

• Late October – mid/late November – Maximum of 6 days per week
• $28.33 per hour + 8% holiday pay
• NZ bank account & IRD number required
• Valid work permit/visa required