Work and play in Hawke's Bay
Widely regarded as the fruit bowl of New Zealand, Hawke's Bay is New Zealand's largest growing region with the largest range of produce.
More than half of New Zealand's apples are produced here and 40% of the nation's summerfruit, or stone fruit. Therefore, seasonal work opportunities are nearly year round.
Jobs now!
The harvest is winding up here in Hawke's Bay so we are now reducing our office hours.
We expect vacancies again in June for grape and apple pruning so if you are experienced or ready to learn and work in the outdoors over Winter, make sure you register your interest on the homepage of this website.
Visit our office
If you are in Hawke’s Bay you can come into our office between 9am and 12pm Monday to Friday. We can help you get an IRD number within 48 hours and provide a list of Private Accommodation Providers (as well as Backpackers) if you are looking for somewhere to stay.
Phone, Text or Email us
You can phone on 0800 742 569 (Option 4) or text to 021 2161301 or email hawkesbay@picknz.co.nz with inquiries.
Kind Regards
Marya Hopman and Christa van Staden
Tourist attractions in Hawke's Bay
The celebrated lifestyle of Hawke's Bay offers a warm and sunny climate, al fresco dining, safe swimming beaches, good fishing, cafes, vineyards and wine tastings, expansive vistas, shopping and outdoor attractions.
Its many galleries and exhibitions showcase a vibrant arts scene and rich heritage. The city of Napier is home to world-famous examples of art deco architecture, fresh local produce and gourmet food. February boasts the Art Deco Weekend and Harvest Hawke's Bay, just two of many events in the region.
Vibrant Hastings and Havelock North have an easy blend of shops and cafes, and there are other lovely towns and beaches to explore further south in the hinterland, as well as walks and hunting in the surrounding ranges.
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Quick statistics
Wine grapes, pears, apricots, plums, squash, asparagus, pumpkin, apples, peaches, nectarines, olives, sweet corn, peas, tomatoes
sunshine
(hours p/year)
2,090
rain
(mm p/year)
760
ground frost
(days p/year)
59
Seasonal job demand key
Regional Seasonal Labour Coordinator
PGG Wrightson Site
Cnr Maraekakaho & Orchard Roads,
Hastings 4120
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