💼 Full-Time Position

60344 Technical Assistant - Vine Performance - Plant & Food Research

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Science New Zealand
📍 Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Location
Auckland, New Zealand
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Posted
June 28, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Technical Assistant
Vine Performance
Mt Albert, New Zealand
Vacancy number: 60344
Minimum 2hours per week


  • Grow and nurture high-quality plants that support field planting and research outcomes

  • Maintain optimal greenhouse conditions to ensure a thriving plant collection

  • Play a hands-on role in supporting a productive and well-run horticultural environment

    • What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua

  • Monitor and maintain plant watering and irrigation systems.

  • Support pest and disease control programmes, including spraying activities.

  • Propagate and maintain healthy kiwifruit plant collections.

  • Carry out plant care tasks including pruning, potting, training, and fertilising.

  • Maintain clean, safe, and organised greenhouse and potting areas.

  • Provide support with day-to-day greenhouse operations and deputy manager duties

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