Orchard Team Lead

We’re looking for a motivated Orchard Team Leader to support the delivery of orchard performance across a portfolio of kiwifruit orchards in Te Puke. This is a hands-on, development-focused role where you’ll work closely with Orchard Managers and growers, gaining exposure to all aspects of orchard management while building your own capability for future portfolio responsibility.

Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

Reporting to RSE Wellness & Support Coordinator, you’ll support day-to-day orchard operations and progressively develop your skills across orchard systems, labour coordination.

Your mahi will include:

• Operate machinery and tools safely and efficiently
  
• Support Orchard Supervisors and Managers with seasonal workload demands
• Build a confident, close relationship with Orchard RSE workers, acting as the go-to person for any work-related issues.
• Ensure RSE manager is fully informed of any ongoing issues.
• Support Growers, Managers and Supervisors to communicate Orchard requirements effectively, ensure RSE understanding of requirements – both task orientated, and values based.
• Regularly engage with Managers and Supervisors to assist them in supporting training needs of their assigned RSE workers.
  
• Actively seeks out hazards, dangerous conditions, near misses and reports then to their supervisor
• Supporting supervision, training, and coordination of orchard teams and contractors
• Ensuring Health & Safety, sustainability, and company standards are followed
• Participating in continuous improvement, lean practices, and sustainability initiatives

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in orchard operations, horticulture, or a related field
• Some leadership or supervisory experience, or readiness to step into a leadership pathway
• Strong interest in developing a career in kiwifruit orchard management
• Practical, organised, and willing to learn all aspects of orchard systems and processes
• Confident communicator who can build positive working relationships with growers and teams
• Comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced, seasonal environment
• A proactive mindset with an interest in continuous improvement and sustainability

• Seasonal, full-time position
• Structured development and exposure across all areas of orchard management
• Supportive team environment with strong mentoring from experienced Orchard Managers
• Career progression opportunities within an industry-leading business

We’re committed to EEO and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If this sounds like you, apply today with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you’re a great fit.

For questions or a kōrero, contact Diego M. Sister diego.sister@trevelyan.co.nz