APIARIST / BEE KEEPER

Description

Summary: Join a family-owned beekeeping and honey extraction business as a Bee Keeper/Team Leader, contributing to honey production, queen rearing, and pollination services in a supportive, collaborative environment. Highlights: 1. Work in a supportive, collaborative, and family-oriented team environment 2. Engage in comprehensive hive management, colony health, and queen breeding 3. Opportunity to grow within the business and thrive at work As a family-owned bee keeping and honey extraction business, we believe in creating a work environment where every team member is valued, heard, and encouraged to grow. We take pride in our positive, collaborative culture and always have each other's backs. Join us and be part of a team that genuinely cares where everyone’s success matters. We run 2500 Honey units with 1500 queen rearing units focusing on Apple and Kiwi fruit pollination and honey production. Position/s Overview: Position: We are seeking a bee keeper/team leader . Key Responsibilities: This position will work along side our other bee keepers to produce honey, queen bees and provide pollination services. Daily tasks will include: Hive management: Build, maintain, and repair hives, including moving them to different locations. Splits Colony health: Regularly inspect colonies for signs of disease or distress, monitor populations, and provide supplemental feeding when necessary Disease and pest control: Prevent and treat diseases and parasites to keep the colony healthy and productive. Honey and product harvesting: harvest honey, beeswax, and other products, then process and package them. Queen breeding: Breed and raise queen bees and manage colony splits to maintain healthy hive populations. Physical fitness: The work can be physically demanding and may involve working long hours during the peak season Accurately record data and communicate digitally and verbally for record-keeping purposes. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS § Previous bee keeping experience but Apprentices are welcome to apply § Ability to work in a small team and driven § Class 2 is preferred § An understanding of beekeeping operations and practices. § Strong communication skills. § Ability to work outdoors and indoors. Which both handle physical tasks Must be a New Zealand citizen or resident, have a clean driving record, and no criminal convictions. Why Join Us: This is a full-time permanent role working 40-50 hours per week on $30.00 -$45.00 per hour based on skill set - located in Brightwater, Tasman · Be part of a supportive team with opportunities to grow within the business. · Competitive pay rates. · A chance to work with one of the leading Honey producers in Tasman Region We Believe in Balance – And We Support It! If you’re ready to thrive both at work and in life, come join a team that truly values your happiness and success. If you have the right experience and passion for beekeeping, we’d love to hear from you. Apply below.