Graduate Orchard Technician
Join us this summer as a Graduate Orchard Technician and help us drive innovation and continuous improvement and crop performance in our orchards.
Are you a student or recent graduate in horticulture or agriculture looking to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting? Join us this summer as a Graduate Orchard Technician and help us drive innovation and continuous improvement and crop performance in our orchards.
We have an opportunity for a minimum of 400 hours of full-time work between end of October 2025 and end of March 2026.
🌾 About the Role
This is a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contributing to research projects through data collection, analysis, recommendations and reporting.
🌟 What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting operational and research initiatives across our horticulture projects.
- Assisting with data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making.
- Contributing to our innovation and continuous improvement efforts.
- Engaging with stakeholders and helping communicate project impact.
🎓 Who We’re Looking For
- A student or recent graduate (undergraduate or postgraduate) in horticulture, agriculture, science or related field.
- Comfortable working both independently and in a team.
- Keen to learn, grow, and make a meaningful contribution.
- Willingness to get stuck in and give things a go.
🌿 Why Join Us?
- Real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment.
- On the job training and support; including from Apatu Farms Leadership Team.
- Mentorship and professional and personal development opportunities.
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