Block Supervisor
Heywood Orchards · Motueka
Job description
About the role
Heywood Orchards is seeking a proactive Block Supervisor to take ownership of a designated orchard block in Motueka. You will lead daily operations, manage machinery and staff, and ensure safety, productivity and compliance across all orchard activities.
Key responsibilities
- Operate, maintain and care for orchard machinery and tools.
- Conduct safe, timely spray applications and keep accurate spray records.
- Perform orchard maintenance such as disease removal and young‑tree training.
- Lead, supervise and train field teams, including RSE and seasonal workers.
- Host daily briefings to communicate goals, safety messages and team updates.
- Support orchard development projects like hail‑netting, irrigation and infrastructure upkeep.
- Attend weekly planning meetings with the Pipfruit Manager and maintain stock levels for equipment, sprays and supplies.
Required profile
- Confident communicator and leader with initiative.
- Solid hands‑on orchard or relevant industry experience.
- Organised, self‑motivated and able to lead from the front.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Required skills
- Orchard machinery operation.
- Spray application and record‑keeping.
- Equipment maintenance.
What we offer
- Opportunity to grow within a progressive, family‑owned orchard business.
- Supportive team environment that values safety, initiative and shared success.
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Heywood Orchards
Motueka