Technical Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Kiwifruit Technical Assistant to join Apata .

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for variety in their role, working on orchard and onsite with our technical teams. You'll like to think differently and bring fresh ideas to the table. We’re looking for someone curious, proactive, and confident shaping this role and making it their own.

You’ll work closely with growers and internal teams to lift orchard performance, fruit quality, and technical capability across our network.

About us

Trusted by kiwifruit and avocado growers since the 1980s, at Apata, we continue to live and breathe our purpose: to deliver value for all. Our key pillars — performance, leadership, transparency, and relationships guide how we work and grow.

Our success is built on strong leadership, industry knowledge, and investing in great people and equipment. 🥝🥑

At the heart of our operations are our harvest and processing facilities in Te Puke and Katikati, supporting our growers and the wider business.

As our newest team member, you’ll be joining a well-established company where wellbeing matters and high performance is recognised. Some of the benefits our team enjoy including:

• Private health insurance
• Ongoing training and development
• Paid volunteering leave
• Clothing allowance
• Wellbeing incentives
• About the role
• This varied role provides exposure across orchard operations, technical services, harvest support, and grower engagement.

Key responsibilities include

• Collecting and analysing orchard and monitoring data
• Supporting pest monitoring and technical programmes
• Assisting with crop assessments and harvest activities
• Supporting grower workshops, field days, and communications
• Contributing to trials, research, and continuous improvement projects
• Working alongside growers and operational teams to improve orchard performance
• What You'll Bring

You'll ideally have

A qualification in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field (or be working towards one)

A passion for horticulture and learning

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Confidence working with data and Microsoft Excel

Great communication and relationship-building skills

* A proactive, can-do attitude

Why Join Apata?

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your technical capability, gain hands-on industry experience, and build a rewarding career in New Zealand's kiwifruit industry.

If you're curious, motivated, and keen to learn from some of the best in the business, we'd love to hear from you.

Click the link to apply.

Apata is committed to wellbeing, diversity, and equity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to let us know if you require support during the recruitment process.