Orchard Mechanic

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About Us

For over 125 years, T&G Fresh has nourished generations of Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables. We grow, pack, market, sell, distribute, import and export fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 700 Kiwi growers.

Hinton’s Orchard is a fifth‑generation family business and one of New Zealand’s largest stonefruit orchards. Located in Alexandra and spanning 159 hectares, Hinton’s is renowned for producing premium cherries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, plums, and peacharines for consumers at home and across Asia.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a skilled Orchard Mechanic to join our team at Hinton’s Orchard. This is a full‑time, permanent role reporting to the Orchard Manager.

You'll take the lead in maintaining and repairing a range of orchard and packhouse equipment, from tractors and forklifts to hydraladas, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely. You'll also keep accurate maintenance records and uphold strong Health & Safety standards on site.

This role is available for an immediate start, with a competitive hourly rate and a company ute provided.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in machinery repairs and maintenance
• Practical, hands‑on approach with great attention to detail
• Positive team player with a strong work ethic
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence
• A Class 5 truck licence is a bonus—but not essential

Apply now!

If you’re looking for a varied, hands‑on role where your mechanical skills can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join a passionate team and help keep Hinton’s Orchard growing strong—apply today!

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants and any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test, driver licence check, and security check. If you hold a Class 5 licence, you will also need to complete a pre‑employment medical check and driver assessment.

Equal Opportunities : We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are—regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.

Our story began more than 125 years ago as Turners and Growers, a fruit auction business in Auckland. Today, as T&G, our fresh, delicious produce nourishes people in more than 60 countries around the world. Together, we’re united in growing healthier futures.

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