Seasonal Orchard Worker - Blossom Picker
Please read through all the information below before you apply. If you have a partner/friend applying for work with us, they will need to complete their own application form.
This position is for 1 weeks work in mid/late September 2026. If you are only looking for cherry harvesting/packhouse work, please do not apply for this role. Our cherry harvesting & packhouse roles will be live on our website on Tuesday 22nd September 2026.
About the role
The main focus for this role is pollen harvesting and milling in a cherry orchard. The role involves the removal of the flowers from the cherry trees to harvest the pollen. This job is done by hand. As the job is very time dependent, other general orchard duties are also included to ensure we can guarantee work for the 1 week period (weekend work may be required).
We offer guaranteed minimum of 32 hours per week
Payment is by hourly rate
Fixed term agreements
Accommodation on the orchard
Great team environment
Job Requirements
You need to be physically fit.
No experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
You’ll be someone who enjoys working outside (in both cool and hot conditions)
You enjoy working as part of a team.
You're self-motivated and you have a positive can-do attitude
You’re reliable and punctual.
If you like the sound of this role and would like to join a great team then please submit your application by clicking the “Apply Now”.
We do require a CV as part of the recruitment process. Please make sure your CV is up to date and in English. We don't need anything formal or fancy - We only need your previous work experience, where it was, duties you performed and the time frames of the position. If you performed any work in NZ, please include all details about the employment in your CV.