Food Forest & Market Garden Assistant

Featherston, Wairarapa Full-Time | Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm Are you passionate about working outdoors, sustainable growing practices, and being part of a hands‑on, hardworking team? Our client is looking for a motivated Food Forest & Market Garden Assistant to join their unique rural operation in Featherston. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a diverse food forest, market garden, and regenerative farming environment while gaining valuable experience across horticulture, nursery operations, land management, and property maintenance. About the Client Our client operates a unique self-sustaining farm and food forest focused on regenerative growing practices, sustainable land management, and organic production systems. Located in South Wairarapa, the property combines large-scale food forest development, market gardening, and nursery operations in a truly distinctive rural setting. As operations continue to grow, including the development of a new nursery, they are looking for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and is keen to contribute to a thriving and evolving property. About the Role This is a practical, outdoor role with a strong focus on supporting our food forest and market garden operations. You will be involved in a wide range of activities across the property. Key Responsibilities Planting, weeding, mulching, and general horticultural activities Assisting with the establishment and maintenance of food forests and vegetable gardens Pruning and vegetation management Operating equipment including tractors, tipper trucks, chippers, and chainsaws Conducting routine equipment checks Assisting with general property improvement projects Maintaining tracks, fences, accessways, and other infrastructure Managing vegetation through mulching, chipping, and hand weeding Always following safe work practices About You You enjoy physical outdoor work, have a positive attitude, and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty. You’re reliable, proactive, and capable of working independently while contributing to a close-knit team environment. Essential Requirements Full New Zealand Driver Licence Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong work ethic and willingness to help wherever needed Farming, horticulture, landscaping, or rural work experience Knowledge of plants, growing systems, or organic growing practices Experience operating machinery and equipment Chainsaw and/or tractor experience Interest in regenerative agriculture and sustainable land management What We Offer Competitive hourly rate Ongoing training and development opportunities Diverse and varied outdoor work A supportive team culture where everyone pitches in The opportunity to work on a unique and innovative rural property Apply Now If you enjoy working outdoors, appreciate sustainable growing practices, and are looking for a varied, hands‑on role in a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr