A family-run produce and dairy operation in New Zealand is hiring farm workers for seasonal and year-round roles in the Waikato and Hawke’s Bay. The role covers crop picking, packing, animal care, and basic machinery use on the farm. The position is full-time during peak months, with steady part-time hours in the off-season. Starting pay sits between NZD 23 and NZD 28 per hour, which matches the current market rate for farm workers in New Zealand.
The farm welcomes school leavers, working holiday visa holders, and skilled migrants. The team trains every new worker on equipment use, animal handling, and farm safety. Strong workers can move into team leader or tractor operator roles within a year.
Company Overview
The hiring farm runs orchards, vegetable fields, and a small dairy herd. The business sells to local markets and to a regional packhouse. Each block has a team leader who plans the daily work. The farm culture rewards early starts, safe work, and steady effort through the season.
Responsibilities
- Pick, sort, and pack fruit and vegetables to set quality.
- Help with planting, weeding, and crop care.
- Feed and water animals under the lead farmer’s plan.
- Move bins, trays, and pallets across the farm yard.
- Drive small tractors and quad bikes after training.
- Help with light fence and shed repairs.
- Wash and tidy sheds, tools, and bins at the end of each day.
- Follow farm safety rules and report hazards quickly.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Age eighteen and above with good general fitness.
- Able to lift up to twenty kilograms across the day.
- Basic English to follow daily briefings.
- Valid right to work in New Zealand or working holiday visa.
- Comfort with outdoor work in all weather.
- Full driving licence is a plus for ute and tractor work.
- Steady attendance through the season.
Benefits and Perks
- Hourly pay 20$ with weekly direct deposit.
- Paid overtime during peak harvest weeks.
- Free training on tools, tractors, and animal handling.
- Boot and wet-weather gear allowance each year.
- KiwiSaver contributions for eligible staff.
- On-farm accommodation at a fair rate for those who need it.
- Shared meals during peak harvest weeks.
- Clear path to team leader and tractor driver roles.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV through the official job listing. State your visa type, available start date, and any past farm or outdoor experience. The farm manager replies to short-listed workers within seven days to set up a brief farm visit.
