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Employer Forms: Training Plan

This template assists employers in designing effective training programs for their employees, featuring dedicated sections to outline strengths, opportunities, development goals, and action plans.

DOCX, 70 KB.

Employer Forms: Skills Assessment

A tool for evaluation employee skills to help help employers identify strengths and areas for development.

DOCX, 77 KB.

Horticulture Pathway

A visual representation for students, career changers and employees to understand the various pathways and opportunities available within the sector.

PDF, 74 KB.

Kei ōu Ringaringa te ao - Horticulture Roles

Download this brochure for information on the various educational pathways in New Zealand's horticulture industry, including secondary school programs, apprenticeships, and higher education opportunities

PDF, 1.6 MB.

Career Roadmap - for learners

A visual guide for students illustrating the various entry pathways into the horticulture sector.

PDF, 557 KB.

Introduction to Horticulture

At a glance, discover the various job opportunities in production, science, technology, and business.

PDF, 975 KB.

Upskilling options for NZ Vegetable Growers

What skills do you want to develop in your employee? Check out this quick guide to get things underway.

PDF, 298 KB.

Employer Forms: Goals Planning

A template and guideline to help employers set clear objectives and develop effective strategies for achieving desired outcomes within their organisations.

DOCX, 34 KB.

Employer Form: Induction Pack

A template to support the onboarding of new employees.

DOCX, 74 KB.

Seasonal Starter Work Guide

Click here to visit the PickNZ website and discover which seasonal work opportunities suit you.

GoHort Online Taster Courses

GoHort offers 10 free online taster courses designed to introduce you to the diverse career pathways available in New Zealand's horticulture industry.

Schools Roadmap: For Teachers

A visual guide for teachers illustrating the various entry pathways into the horticulture sector to demonstrate to students.

PDF, 670 KB.

Learning & Career Pathway

Entry into the horticulture sector is possible through different educational pathways and training opportunities. Learn more about how you can align your studies and skills with the industry's needs to contribute to sustainable food production.

PDF, 697 KB.

Careers in the vegetables sector

This guide highlights, qualifications, skills, and role models for each pathway as well as direction on next steps to start or progress your career.

PDF, 1.6 MB.

Coaching and Mentoring for New Zealand Growers

Coaching and mentoring can support more junior staff in their development. It can be a simple and beneficial process to get the most from your team.

PDF, 274 KB.

Growing your career in Horticulture

If you’re a school leaver, career changer, or career adviser this guide is a great place to start to understand what the vegetables sector is and what it could offer you.

PDF, 2.5 MB.

Attracting the right staff

Having a well-structured hiring process significantly supports the attraction of effective employees into your business. There are some easy steps you can take.

PDF, 296 KB.

Hiring and Hosting and Intern

Offer students and recent graduates real-world experience while providing your business with extra assistance at key times in the season.

PDF, 261 KB.

Training and Development Planning

Here are a few simple steps that will help you and your employees get on the same page around training and development expectations.

PDF, 272 KB.