Field Supervisor, Te Puke
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Hiring for Kiwipollen Ltd.

Field Supervisor

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Seasonal

Starting at $28 .33/hr

Te Puke

Job Description

Seasonal Role – approx. 4 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


  • Training in mid/late October then supervision starts in early October for approx 3 weeks - maximum 6 days per week
  • $28.33 per hour + 8% holiday pay
  • NZ bank account & IRD number required
  • Valid work permit/visa required

Desired Hard Skills

  • Mobile Apps
  • MS Office
  • Organisation
  • Time Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Motivation
  • Positive Attitude

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