Glasshouse Worker

T&G Global is inviting applications for Glasshouse Workers to join its fresh produce team in Ōhaupō, New Zealand. The role sits onsite and on a casual basis, built for people who enjoy practical, hands-on work with plants and fruit. T&G Fresh has been growing, packing, marketing and distributing fruit and vegetables for more than 125 years, drawing produce from its own orchards and farms as well as from more than 700 Kiwi growers. The company lives by a few guiding mindsets, Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team and Take Good Care, that shape how the team collaborates and delivers quality produce to customers.

You’ll be working with the tomato crop inside a glasshouse, performing a range of hands-on tasks that keep the operation moving smoothly. The day-to-day is active and tangible, from picking ripe fruit to de-leafing vines, caring for plants through pruning and clipping, and ensuring fresh tomatoes are packed and graded to meet quality standards. No previous horticulture experience is required because full training is provided, and you’ll be supported as you learn on the job. The role plays an important part in helping the company move its high-quality produce from grower to customer efficiently.

A day in the glasshouse

In this role you’ll move between the glasshouse workspace and the packing area, staying engaged with the tomato crop throughout your shift. You'll pick tomatoes as they reach harvest quality, help maintain plant health by de-leafing vines, and assist with plant care activities like pruning, clipping and twisting as needed. When harvest comes in, you’ll be involved in packing and grading to ensure only the best fruit makes its way to customers. The work is collaborative and requires steady focus, with occasional use of a high trolley for transporting produce or supplies.

What you’ll bring to the glasshouse

Here's what the company is looking for in a candidate.

• Dependable and on time, with solid availability for casual shifts
• Physically capable for long periods of standing, bending and lifting up to 25 kg, and comfortable on your feet for most of the shift, including occasional work with a high trolley
• A hard-working person with a positive attitude
• A team player who gets along well with others
• Willing to learn and follow instructions, with onsite training available to pick up new skills
• Happy working in a warm glasshouse environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in doing a good job

• Prior horticulture experience is not required; training will be provided
• Availability for casual shifts is valued and supported

Pay, schedule and practical details

The Glasshouse Worker role is offered on a casual, onsite basis in Ōhaupō. The work is non-weather dependent, taking place indoors in the glasshouse, with on-the-job training and ongoing support. There is also a clear path to grow your career within the horticulture sector.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, as the company cannot sponsor visa applications for this position. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check.

Tips for applicants

Lead with your reliability and your openness to casual shifts on your resume, and mention any experience that shows you can work steadily in a hands-on environment.

Demonstrate your must-have skills with concrete examples: punctuality, physical stamina for long shifts, teamwork, and a track record of following instructions or safety guidelines.

Be ready to talk about hands-on tasks you’re comfortable with or have done before, and highlight your willingness to learn since onsite training is provided to pick up new skills.

Ask about shift patterns and what a typical week looks like, and inquire about opportunities to grow within the horticulture field, since the role notes potential career advancement. You might also ask how success is measured for packing and grading quality in the glasshouse.