Hinewai-Moana Papuni-Joe
Hawkes Bay
Summary
Motivated and dependable young worker with hands-on experience in orchard labouring and meat processing at AFFCO Wairoa. Strong work ethic developed through physically demanding environments requiring teamwork, responsibility, and time management. Quick to learn new tasks, communicate effectively with others, and maintain a positive attitude under pressure. A respectful and hardworking individual who takes pride in completing tasks to a high standard and is eager to continue building skills and experience in the workforce.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seasonal Orchard Fruit Picker
AGP Hort (Cedenco)
Raupunga, HKB
04.2026 - 04.2026
- Learned proper fruit harvesting techniques to ensure quality and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with team members to optimise workflow during peak harvest periods. Compliance.
- Utilised hand tools effectively for efficient fruit picking and sorting tasks.
- Followed safety protocols diligently to minimise the risk of injury in the workplace.
- Monitored fruit quality during the picking process to meet employer standards for freshness.
- Adapted quickly to varying weather conditions while performing outdoor tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to optimise workflow during peak harvest periods.
Meat Process Worker (Seasonal)
AFFCO Wairoa Freezing Works
Wairoa, HKB
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Operated machinery for meat processing, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in packaging and labelling products for distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of work areas to promote efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changes in work schedules or job assignments based on fluctuating production demands.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of work areas to promote efficiency.
- Wrapped meat products to maintain quality, freshness and condition. Following company guidelines for packaging and labeling procedures.
- Supported team members in achieving daily production targets by collaborating effectively and sharing best practices.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodford House
Havelock North, NZ12.2026
Skills
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Safety awareness
- Proper harvesting techniques
- Speed and efficiency
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Heavy lifting
- Hand harvesting
- Food safety regulations
- Product inspection
- Workplace safety
- Packaging techniques
Accomplishments
- Experience working in orchard labouring and meat processing environments.
- Strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability in the workplace.
- Effective teamwork and communication skills developed through work, sport, and academics.
- Ability to work efficiently in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Successfully balanced employment alongside school commitments.
- Completed Defensive Driving Course, and now I have my Full License at the age of 17
Certification
- Defensive Driving Course Certificate - Completed
- National Certificate of Educational Achievement [Level 1] achieved with Excellence
- National Certificate of Educational Achievement [Level 2] achieved with Excellence
- Currently working towards NCEA Level 3
- Full Driver's License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Maori
Professional Working
Timeline
Seasonal Orchard Fruit Picker
AGP Hort (Cedenco)
04.2026 - 04.2026
Meat Process Worker (Seasonal)
AFFCO Wairoa Freezing Works
12.2024 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
Woodford House