Glasshouse Worker

About us

For over 125 years, T&G Fresh has nourished generations of Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables. We grow, pack, market, sell, distribute, import and export fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 700 Kiwi growers.

We are New Zealand's largest producer and packer of hothouse tomatoes. These crops are grown in state-of-the-art, environmentally controlled glasshouses, across our four North Island sites, and are packaged for both local and export markets all-year round.

Our mindsets are: Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team and Take Good Care. Our talented team members embody these mindsets and are passionate about making a difference at T&G.

The Role

We're looking for Glasshouse Workers to join our team in Tuakau on a casual basis.

You'll be working with our tomato crop in the glasshouse. This is a hands-on role that includes:

Picking tomatoes
De-leafing tomato vines
Plant care, including pruning, clipping and twisting
Packing and grading of freshly harvested tomatoes

No previous horticulture experience is needed — full training is provided.

You'll play an important role in working efficiently to ensure our quality produce makes its way to our customers.

About you

The ideal candidate will:

Have good attention to detail and take pride in doing a good job and following quality standards

Physically fit and able to do hands-on work all day, including standing, bending, lifting up to 25kg, and working on a high trolley from time to time

Reliable and punctual with good availability for casual shifts - glasshouse operating hours are 7am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts available

A team player who gets along well with others.

Willing to learn and follow instructions - onsite training to learn new skills is provided

Comfortable working in warm glasshouse environment

What’s in it for you?
On-the-job training and support

Friendly, supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow your career in the horticulture industry

Apply Now

If you're reliable, hardworking, and enjoy hands-on work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and we'll be in touch!

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants, we are not able to sponsor visa applications for this position. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.