Boysenberry Picking Jobs Nelson (December

Boysenberry Picking – Seasonal Orchard Work (January – December)

Be part of the harvest team bringing in Nelson’s famous boysenberries. Harvesting is done using a mechanical boysenberry harvester operated by an experienced, trained driver. As part of the team, you’ll work alongside the machine grading fruit carefully to ensure only berries that meet quality standards are collected.

You’ll be provided with all the necessary protective gear, including aprons, earmuffs, sleeve guards, gloves, and hair or beard nets (if required). Supervisors will show you the correct techniques and provide guidance throughout the harvest.

It’s important to follow instructions from the Quality Supervisor to make sure fruit is handled properly and grading standards are met. You’ll also need to take care when working on or near harvest machinery and tractors, always following the correct safety procedures to protect yourself and your co-workers.

This role suits people who enjoy fast-paced outdoor work, can follow directions carefully, and take pride in producing premium-quality berries.

Attention to detail – able to carefully grade berries to meet quality standards.
Consistency – maintains accuracy and care across long harvest rows.
Physical fitness and stamina – able to work outdoors on foot for extended periods during harvest.
Safety awareness – follows correct procedures when working near harvest machinery and tractors.
Ability to follow instructions – listens to and applies guidance from the Quality Supervisor.
Teamwork – works effectively alongside others to keep the harvest running smoothly.
Careful handling – ensures fruit is graded and transferred without damage.
Adaptability – can adjust to different berry conditions and harvest speeds.
Positive attitude – reliable, motivated, and takes pride in producing premium-quality fruit.
Commitment to safety & hygiene – uses PPE correctly, including aprons, earmuffs, sleeve guards, gloves, and hair or beard nets.

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By submitting this form I hereby declare that, to the best of my knowledge, the answers in this application are accurate. I understand that providing false information or omitting material facts may result in my application being rejected, or if employed, I may face dismissal. I acknowledge that I currently have no work-related injury or ACC claim that would hinder me from performing the tasks for which I would be required for this position. I understand that the personal information provided in this form is collected for the purposes of evaluating this application and, if employment is offered, it may be used utilised as needed for all employment-related matters with Wai-West Horticulture Ltd.

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Our orchards span nine properties on the Waimea Plains, all within a short drive of no more than 12 minutes from Richmond.

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