Laboratory & Technical Services (Science & Technology)Full timeDo you have a passion for laboratory operations, horticulture, and leading people? Join us as our Laboratory & Young Vine Manager, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our laboratory operations and young vine development—all while working with a fantastic team!ABOUT THE ROLE:This is an interesting and varied role that changes with the seasons, offering a unique mix of responsibilities across laboratory operations, team leadership, and horticultural supervision. You will:Oversee daily laboratory operations, ensuring accurate and timely test results.Lead a team of lab staff, providing training and guidance on fruit sampling and testing.Liaise with growers to schedule sample collections.Prepare and compile reporting.Outside of Harvest:Lead a team of orchard workers to support seasonal projects.Oversee grafting operations, including planning, training, and liaising with orchard managers and growers.Supervise young vine development, including vine training, bud/flower/fruit counting, and preparation for the next harvest season.ABOUT YOUWe're looking for a motivated leader with:2+ years' experience in a similar role within horticulture or the primary industry (Kiwifruit experience is a bonus!).Proven experience in training and leading teams.The ability to work additional hours during the Harvest Season.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with data analysis and reporting.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high level of attention to detail.Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.A resilient, adaptable, and self-motivated approach with a team-oriented mindset.A legal right to work in New Zealand, as defined by Immigration NZ.ABOUT USAt Punchbowl, our mission is simple: "To grow greatness". We achieve this by growing and packing great fruit, investing in our community, and providing opportunities for our staff to grow and develop their careers. We value our people and believe that they are key to our success. We look for people who are aligned with our Company Values: Caring, Innovative, and Energetic. Joining Punchbowl means becoming part of a passionate and supportive team in the thriving horticulture industry.With our main facility situated in Patumahoe, Rural South Auckland, Punchbowl owns and operates managed and leased Kiwifruit throughout the Auckland, North Waikato, and Northland areas. We also run a busy seasonal packhouse and cool-store facility. We pack approximately 5 million trays of kiwifruit annually.Fantastic company culture in Patumahoe, Rural South AucklandCompany medical insurance and Workplace Wellbeing SchemeExciting innovative, growth focused company with lots of varietyAnnual leave during the summer holidaysTo applyIf you are interested in this position, apply with your CV and covering letter.
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