Kiwifruit Pruning Jobs Nelson (June

Kiwifruit Pruning – Seasonal Orchard Work (June – August)

oin our team and play an important role in shaping next season’s kiwifruit crop. As a pruner, you’ll carefully remove old or excess wood, lay down new canes, and secure them in place with correct spacing (450mm–500mm apart). Your work directly influences vine health and fruit quality, so attention to detail is essential.

You’ll be trained to use pruning equipment safely and correctly, ensuring cuts are clean and precise. Any larger cuts will need to be sealed with a protective paint to prevent disease. It’s also important to protect buds and avoid damage to new canes while working.

Alongside pruning, you’ll be required to:

Follow the guidance and instructions of the Quality Supervisor.
Identify, label, and report any signs of disease.
Report and label any broken wires, posts, or structural issues in the orchard.

This role suits people who are practical, attentive, and enjoy outdoor work. If you’re motivated, safety-conscious, and take pride in doing quality work, pruning could be a great seasonal opportunity for you.

Attention to detail – able to identify and remove old or excess wood while protecting buds and new canes.
Practical skills – confident using pruning equipment safely and correctly.
Consistency – maintains correct cane spacing (450–500mm) across all vines.
Disease awareness – able to recognise, label, and report signs of disease.
Observation skills – identifies and reports broken wires, posts, or other orchard issues.
Physical fitness – comfortable working outdoors for extended periods in various conditions.
Ability to follow instructions – listens to and applies guidance from the Quality Supervisor.
Problem-solving – adapts techniques for different vine conditions while meeting quality standards.
Commitment to safety – applies protective sealant to larger cuts and follows orchard safety practices.
Positive attitude – reliable, motivated, and takes pride in maintaining healthy vines for future harvests.

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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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