Vegetable Field Worker Needed!

The focus for this role will working in-field as part of our planting and harvesting teams in our Vegetable Production Unit. 

The job

We are looking for a field worker to primarily help plant and harvest our lettuce and broccoli crops, however there will be other tasks within our Harvest team when required.

• Based in North Canterbury (90 mins from Christchurch and 60mins from Kaikoura by bus)
• Averaging 30-45 hours, 4-6 days per week (weather/crop dependent)
• Free transport to and from work daily from the accommodation (15mins from work)
• Transplant broccoli and lettuce seedlings
• Walk behind transplanter and fix misplaced seedlings
• Hand harvest lettuce and broccoli crops, placing onto a conveyor belt

The Candidate

You will be a team player that enjoys working in a close-knit outdoor environment. You will be motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team, sharing the same respect we do for creating a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will display the following;

• Physically fit
• Ability and motivation to work outdoors
• Hardworking
• Great communicator

What we can offer

• A friendly environment to work in
• As a year-round operation, opportunities for growth through ongoing training and development

Please refer to our website www.scottfresh.co.nz for more information about the role or the accommodation options. Scottfresh are committed to being a drug free workplace.

All applicants must be based in NZ currently, be able to work legally, and have an NZ bank account and IRD number. 

*All wet weather gear and PPE are provided and issued on the induction day.