Apple & Pear pickers - Mid February to April 2021

ECHODALE MARKETING LTD is proudly NZ owned and is a fifth-generation family business which has been operating in the Nelson region since 1915. Our sunny orchard is located about 5-10 minutes from Richmond and 25 minutes from central Nelson.

Apple and Pear pickers are required at our orchard for the upcoming harvest season, starting in mid February 2021 until approximately the end of April 2021.Full training will be provided.

Work will be Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:00am - 4:00pm, with some work on Saturday if required by the Orchard Manager.

Key job responsibility: picking apples and pears efficiently while maintaining quality and food safety requirements.

Applicants must have either NZ citizenship/residency, or a current work visa, or an SSE visa enabling picking work in the Nelson/Tasman area.

This job requires a good level of physical fitness, and varies throughout the season depending on the fruit varieties being picked.

No experience is necessary, however the essential selection criteria include:

Self-motivated with a friendly and cheerful disposition

Willing to learn, and pay attention to detail

Good work ethic - Take pride in your work and in the workplace within a team environment

High standard of personal hygiene