Field Supervisor

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