Job details.

Location
Otago
Salary
$26-$29ph
Job Type
Temporary
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310440
Posted
12 days ago

Job SearchLandscaping/ Gardening

Forestry Worker

Job details.

Location
Otago
Salary
$26-$29ph
Job Type
Temporary
Ref
310440
Posted
12 days ago
Reforestation Worker
We’re on the lookout for motivated and physically fit workers to join a reforestation project based just south of Dunedin. If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of restoring New Zealand’s native environment, this is a great opportunity to get involved in meaningful, hands-on work.

Location: Dunedin, Dunedin
Start date: 13th of April
Pay rate: $26–$29 per hour (weekly pay)
About the role:
You’ll be working as part of a team on a large-scale native planting project, helping with rewilding and restoration of native bush. This is active, outdoor work where no two days are the same.

What you’ll be doing:
  • Planting native trees across reforestation sites
  • Walking across varied outdoor terrain throughout the day
  • Repetitive tasks including bending, kneeling, digging, and planting
  • Working 5 days per week, up to 10-hour days
  • Contributing to environmental restoration and native planting projects
What we’re looking for:
  • Good level of physical fitness and ability to handle repetitive manual work
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
  • Ability to pass a drug test
  • Reliable transport to get to the meeting point
  • Outdoor work experience is a bonus.
What’s in it for you:
  • Weekly pay
  • Work in the great NZ outdoors
  • Supportive team environment
  • Transport provided to site
  • 6–7 week assignment
  • Be part of meaningful reforestation, rewilding, and native bush restoration work
Why work with Tradestaff?
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.

Apply online today or give the team a call on 03 474 0655 to find out more!