Farm & Harvest Labourer

Farm & Harvest Labourer – Flax Processing (Immediate Start) Canterbury | Full-time, approx. 3 months (flexible) About the Role We're looking for extra hands to help harvest and process harakeke (NZ flax) as part of a small, fast-moving team producing natural fibre materials. This is a hands-on, physical role working directly with harakeke from the field to the processing machinery. You'll be part of a small crew, learning as you go and contributing to a product used in industries worldwide. No prior experience with harakeke or fibre processing is needed. If you're reliable, physically fit and keen to learn, we want to hear from you. There may be an opportunity to continue into future harvesting seasons for the right person. What You'll Be Doing Harvesting harakeke in the field: cutting, grading, and preparing bundles of leaves Processing fibre: leaf input, fibre handling, and fibre sorting Operating equipment including fibre processing and cleaning machinery Keeping the workspace clean, safe, and well-organised Working alongside the team to hit production targets over the coming months About You Very fit and physically able — this role involves demanding outdoor harvesting work Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions Reliable, punctual, and a good team player Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and a police check A genuine interest in engineering, technology, or ecology is a bonus Hours & Pay Full-time hours, 8am–5pm $28/hour 40 hrs/week What You'll Get Real hands-on experience in a growing NZ materials business Competitive pay Become part of a tight-knit team #J-18808-Ljbffr