Assistant Labour Manager at T&G Global

Whakatu, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Labour Planning, Allocation, Performance Monitoring, Coaching, Training, Logistics Management, Capability Gap Identification, Feedback, Cross-functional Collaboration, Workforce Process Improvement, Communication, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Relationship Building

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

About us Here at T&G Global we're passionate about growing healthier futures. Our story began 125 years ago and today our 2,000 people are located in 13 countries, where we grow, market, sell and distribute high-quality fresh produce to customers in more than 60 countries. Our mindsets are: Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team and Take Good Care. Our talented team members embody these mindsets and are passionate about making a difference at T&G. About the opportunity We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused Assistant Labour Manager to join our Apple Operations team in Hawke’s Bay. In this vital role, you’ll work closely with T&G’s Orchard Managers to ensure we have the right people, in the right place, at the right time, with the right skills —to drive performance and support a productive, engaged workforce. If you're a natural leader and a true ‘people person,’ this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic horticultural environment. Key responsibilities: Ownership of daily labour planning, allocation, and performance monitoring across orchard sectors Provide on-the-ground coaching and in-field training for both seasonal and permanent staff Collaborate with the Pastoral Care team and RSE workforce on logistics such as arrivals, departures, accommodation, vehicle management, and work performance Identify capability gaps within teams and help build skills through targeted coaching, training, and feedback Work closely with internal teams including Payroll, Orchard Managers, HR, and the Technical Team to ensure seamless labour operations Oversee accommodation, vehicles, safety, and maintenance for the RSE workforce Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing more efficient workforce processes About you Energetic, outgoing, and confident communicator Positive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn and grow Comfortable having challenging but constructive conversations Strong time management, organisational, and problem-solving skills Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities in a busy operational environment A people-first mindset and the ability to build strong, trusted relationships across diverse teams If you're passionate about people, leadership, and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. We’d love to hear from you! Apply now! Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants, we are not able to sponsor visa applications for this position. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check. We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Labour Manager is responsible for the daily planning, allocation, and performance monitoring of labour across orchard sectors, while also providing essential on-the-ground coaching and training to staff. This role involves collaborating with various internal teams to ensure seamless labour operations, including managing logistics for the RSE workforce.