Seasonal Bird Control 2026/2027

About the role

We employ a small team for bird control with the first team members starting in early / mid-November and the final team members joining in early December.

As a bird controller you are tasked with limiting crop damage from birds. We use a variety of methods including drones, gas guns, shooting, trapping, robots and driving around making noise. The bird control team operate on a roster with 6 days on and one day off - working on a 2 shift pattern: 6am-1:30pm and 1:30-9pm

We Offer:

• Payment by Hourly Rate

• We guarantee a minimum 35 hours of work per week.

• We offer Seasonal Fixed term agreements.

• We have a range of accommodation options on the orchard.

• We pay an end of season bonus, if you work until the end of our cherry export harvest season .

• We have a great team environment.

Job Requirements

• You hold a current NZ Firearms license.

• Experience operating quad bikes / 4 WD or motorbikes is an advantage.

• You have the ability to work as part of a team.

• You enjoy working outdoors.

• You're self-motivated.

• You have a positive can-do attitude.

• You’re reliable and punctual.

If you like the sound of this role and would like to join a great team then please submit your application by clicking the “Apply now”.

We do require a CV as part of the recruitment process. Please make sure your CV is up to date and in English. We don't need anything formal or fancy - We only need your previous work experience, where it was, duties you performed and the time frames of the position. If you have undertaken any employment in NZ - please include all details of the employment in your CV.