Field Quality Representative
At Rockit, we’re not just growing apples—we’re growing a culture of quality, innovation, and unstoppable passion. As a Field Quality Rep, you’ll be at the heart of our orchard operations, driving quality standards and supporting teams to deliver fruit that meets our customers’ exacting specifications. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, love working with people, and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
- Champion Quality: Promote a quality-first approach across our grower network, ensuring compliance with market and company standards.
- Support Teams: Work alongside growers and internal operational teams to achieve customer and market specifications
- Quality Control: Complete orchard quality functions on independent orchards as directed, including pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest inspections.
- Documentation: Ensure all reports and records are completed accurately and on time.
- Communication: Clearly communicate Rockit's quality standards, expectations, and inspection results to growers and relevant stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Liaise with growers, harvest teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure harvest quality requirements are met.
- Risk Management: Monitor and report potential quality or compliance risks, escalating issues as required
What You’ll Bring
- Knowledge of quality regulations and standards for orchard operations.
- Experience in quality control and compliance systems (apple orchard experience preferred).
- Completed training in phytosanitary competencies.
- Strong people and relationship management skills; a true team player.
- Computer literacy (ABC, Excel, Microsoft Office).
- Organised, proactive, and adaptable to changing situations.
- Experience training others and a positive outlook towards learning new skills.
- Flexibility with working hours and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Commitment to H&S.
- An empathy for different cultures and beliefs.
Why Rockit?
- Be part of a company that does things differently and celebrates innovation.
- Work in a supportive, cross-functional team environment.
- Opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly expanding business.
- Competitive remuneration and unique staff benefits—including exclusive access to our world-famous apples!
Rockit Story
We’re a New Zealand company taking the nutritious goodness of our unique miniature apples to the world. Our brand has big plans for the next few years, and you will be right at the heart of it. If you’re reliable, quality focused, and keen to be part of a growing New Zealand success story, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re ready to take the next step in your horticulture career and make your mark with a company that’s going places, apply now!
