Seasonal roles
Seasonal Machinery Operators 2026 - 2027 Harvest
We have now finished recruiting for our 2026-2027 season.
Each year we recruit experienced Machinery Operators to help harvest our carrot, onion and potato crops.
Seasonal positions commence between October and November of each year, with work available through until February 2027, depending on seasonal requirements.
Applicants should have experience within the horticulture industry including tractor, harvesting, bin trailer and irrigation experience. Preference will be given to those who have experience with similar crops.
To express your interest for the 2027-2028 harvest season, please email a short introduction about yourself including information about your eligibility to work in NZ to: jobs@aswilcox.co.nz. When we start recruiting in 2027, we will reach out to you!
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 January 2027
The majority of seasonal work at Wilcox 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.
If you are interested in being considered for these roles, please check back for when applications open in November 2026 for our January 2027 season.
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