Spray Operator/Orchard Hand - CHB Apples

Are you ready to tackle the role as Spray Operator/Orchard Hand? Join our team and become a crucial part of our mission to cultivate thriving crops and maintain our beautiful apple orchards.

As our Spray Operator/Orchard Hand, you'll be at the forefront of our spraying operations, ensuring the health and vitality of our crops while adhering to strict safety protocols and compliance standards. But that's not all – you'll also dive into a variety of other tasks, from mowing and weed spraying to property maintenance and tree husbandry work. Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to showcase your skills and make a real impact.

You'll need:

• Reliable transport


• Previous experience in spraying crops is preferred


• A strong commitment to health and safety, with a safety-first attitude that guides everything you do
  


• Flexibility to work varied hours, especially around spraying schedules and maintenance tasks


• A Grow Safe certificate would be a definite advantage


• Mechanical prowess and the ability to operate and maintain a wide range of machinery and tools


• Excellent communication, both verbal and written, to effectively liaise with team members and stakeholders


• A positive attitude and a knack for fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture


• The ability to implement and communicate job sheets accurately and efficiently

About Craigmore Horticulture

Craigmore NZ Limited bring investments into the agricultural sector through orchard, forestry and farming operations all over New Zealand.  Our long-term aim is to be a producer of high-quality food and forest products whilst managing the land sustainably and supporting our rural communities.

Locally, Craigmore Horticulture is expanding and with new orchard acquisitions we are in growth mode!  This brings great career opportunities and job security for our teams - if you’re passionate about the horticultural sector we’d love to hear from you today! 

How to Apply
Click the apply now button to submit your CV, alternatively for a position description, reach out to [email protected].