Seasonal roles

There are a variety of seasonal roles across our growing regions and in our Pack-houses at Union Road in Pukekohe and Rakaia.

Onion Export Season 2026

We are now at capacity for the 2026 Export season and will not be accepting new applications for our Onion Export Roles.

The majority of seasonal work is available from late January to end of May in our Onion Export Packhouse based at Pukekohe. We begin our recruitment for these roles in November each year.

These roles cover grading, quality control, floor working and fork-hoist driving.

Production Roles

The majority of seasonal work is available from late January to end of May in our Onion Export Packhouse based at Pukekohe. We begin our recruitment for these roles in November each year.

These roles cover grading, quality control, floor working and fork-hoist driving.

Application Process

For any of our seasonal workers, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in New Zealand even if you are currently living in New Zealand.

For applicants coming from overseas, you will need to have a working holiday visa approved before you travel to New Zealand – www.immigration.govt.nz for more information and how to apply for your visa.

You will also need to apply for a NZ IRD number – www.ird.govt.nz for information on what is required and a New Zealand bank account number.

All new employees at Wilcox will be required to undergo a pre employment drug screen prior to an offer of employment being confirmed. This will be discussed with you at the time of interview. Our sites are drug and alcohol free and we conduct drug testing in a number of situations including random testing. A copy of our Drug & Alcohol Policy is available for any staff member to access.

Complete the Expression of interest form and send your CV to jobs@aswilcox.co.nz

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