Orchard Mechanic Operations & Supply Chain • Alexandra

Overview

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, 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 (Monday to Friday), 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.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair orchard and packhouse equipment, including tractors, forklifts, and hydraladas, to ensure smooth and safe operation.

Keep accurate maintenance records and contribute to Health & Safety on site.

Respond promptly to equipment issues and perform preventative maintenance as required.

Qualifications

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

Additional information

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.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are.

It's essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.

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