At a Glance
- Tasks: Support orchard operations with admin tasks and foster a welcoming environment for seasonal workers.
- Company: Join Mr Apple, New Zealand’s largest apple grower and exporter, in Hastings.
- Benefits: Enjoy a values-driven culture, free apples, and a mix of indoor and outdoor work.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team and make a real impact in a unique role.
- Qualifications: 2 years of admin experience, strong communication skills, and a full NZ driver’s licence.
Are you a warm, organised, and tech-savvy administrator who enjoys the outdoors and thrives in a people-focused environment? We’re offering a unique opportunity to join one of our Hastings-based orchards in a varied, hands-on role that blends administration with pastoral care. This is your chance to become part of a supportive, diverse, and high-performing team at Mr Apple - New Zealand’s largest fully integrated apple grower and exporter.
In this dynamic role, you'll work alongside the Orchard Manager to provide professional administrative support across payroll, recruitment, compliance, and general office tasks. You’ll play a key role in maintaining smooth operations while helping foster a welcoming environment for our Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) team. At Mr Apple, we value genuine connection, so building strong relationships with people from all walks of life is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Efficiently manage orchard administration, documentation, and correspondence
- Coordinate recruitment processes and onboarding records
- Accurately process payroll using Croptracker and Zambion
- Support RSE programme logistics and foster positive worker experiences
- Maintain workplace safety standards and participate in training initiatives
- Perform light orchard duties when required
- Provide general office support including answering calls, responding to emails, and running errands
What you'll bring:
- At least 2 years of administration experience
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and a solid grasp of operational systems
- Excellent time management, attention to detail, and prioritisation skills
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
- Flexibility to support occasional after-hours or weekend work
- Full New Zealand driver’s licence
- Legal right to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checks
- Experience in horticulture or a non-office-based setting is a plus
What We Offer:
- A values-driven team culture that embraces honesty, diversity, and collaboration
- A mix of indoor and outdoor work - where no two days are the same
- The chance to be part of one of Hawke’s Bay’s largest employers
- And yes, free apples year-round
If you want to continue being part of a business that delivers world class technical service alongside world class apples, then please apply now!
Orchard Administrator in Hastings employer: Mr Apple
At Mr Apple, we pride ourselves on being more than just a leading apple grower; we are dedicated to nurturing our employees and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. As a Technical Operations Manager – Orchards, you will enjoy a collaborative work environment that values your expertise and offers ample opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to the future of horticulture in New Zealand. Join us to make a tangible impact on orchard performance and be part of a supportive team that is committed to excellence and sustainability.
