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Slaughterer
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We are looking for Slaughterers for the upcoming season. We are seeking candidates to work for our plants in Finegand, Balcutha Otago, Pareora, Timaru, Canterbury and Waitane, Southland.
Slaughterers
Our teams across New Zealand are seeking to employ staff at the peak of season and are a significant local contributor to the community.
We are looking for Slaughterers for the upcoming season. We are seeking candidates to work for our plants in
- Finegand, Balcutha, Otago
- Pareora, Canterbury
- Waitane, Southland
Job requirements:
- A team player who can work closely with others.
- Must have three years of relevant work experience
- Be eligible to work in New Zealand
Working arrangements:
- Earn a minimum of $815.40 to $64.60 gross per week.
- Minimum 30 hours per week
- Shift times vary from 5.50am to 3.30pm and 2.50pm to 12.00am depending on site location
- We pay a minimum of 27.18 hourly and maximum of 28.82 hourly
Job Duties:
Processing duties and tasks including but not limited to the following
- Stunning livestock
- Preparing carcasses for processing
- Removing and processing internal organs and hides
- Cutting and trimming meat
- Maintaining hygiene and safety standards
Silver Fern Farms is working hard to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory.
You will need to have the correct eligibility to work in New Zealand.
To find out more click 'Apply'. Applications open from 07/08/2025 closing 21/08/2025
Meat process worker
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We are seeking for two Butcher for our Butcheries & Fisheries shop in Christchurch .
We are seeking for two Butcher for our Butcheries & Fisheries shop in Christchurch .
Job Description
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Meat Preparation :
Cutting, trimming, and boning meat into specific retail cuts, such as steaks, roasts, and chops.
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Smallgoods Production :
Making products like sausages, cured, or smoked meats from specially prepared cuts.
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Customer Service :
Assisting customers with their meat selections, providing cooking advice, and handling special orders.
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Inventory Management :
Stock control, ordering supplies, and managing stock rotation to minimize waste and ensure fresh products.
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Workstation Maintenance :
Cleaning and maintaining butchery tools and equipment, such as knives and saws, to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
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Food Safety :
Adhering to food safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of meat to prevent spoilage and contamination.
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Display and Presentation :
Packaging and presenting meat products attractively for display in self-serve counters or at the customer's request.
Required Skills
- Knife Skills : Excellent knife skills and the ability to use other cutting equipment safely.
- Meat Knowledge : Strong knowledge of different cuts of meat, poultry, and fish.
- Customer Service : Good communication and customer service skills to interact effectively with clients.
- Attention to Detail : High standards of attention to detail for quality and presentation.
- Physical Stamina : Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform physical tasks, sometimes in cold condition
Able to work night shift and weekend shift is required for this position. Long hours of working require for this position.
Be Health and Safety Conscious/Comply with all health & Safety regulations
At least two experience as a Butcher or Meat processor would be require for this position
Ability to work within a team
Benefits:
Weekly pay
Minimum 30 hours per week
Pay Rate: $ 30.00
You must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and undergo a Ministry of Justice criminal background check.
If you are a driven and motivated individual who is passionate about promoting and driving a zero harm culture then please apply.
Cook
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We are looking for dedicated cooks (2 positions available) for our restaurants within Canterbury region.
Positions Available: 2
Location: Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Minimum Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
Pay Rate: $27.00 – $32.00 per hour (based on skills and experience)
Work Schedule: 7-day roster, including weekends and public holidays
Job Description:
We are looking for dedicated cooks (2) to join our team across our restaurants within the Canterbury region. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a busy kitchen environment preparing high-quality Indian cuisine. We offer a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week and a competitive pay rate.
Key Responsibilities:
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Take care of daily food preparation and duties to meet the standard and quality
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Train junior staff
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Estimate daily production needs and check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure standards are met
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Ensure production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times
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Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation
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Full awareness of all menu items, recipes, methods of production and presentation standards
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Responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment and utensils
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To produce own work in accordance with deadlines
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Periodically check expiry date and proper storage of food items in section
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Abide and enforce health codes and cleanliness standards in the kitchen and food storage areas
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Ensure plating accuracy, garnishing, portion size and correct serving dish
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Comply with health and safety regulations
Requirements:
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Relevant qualification at level 4 and above or at least 6 months of relevant experience
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Experience in Indian cuisine cooking is welcomed
If you are passionate about cooking and meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.
OFFICE MANAGER
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We are looking for 1x Office Manager to join our Construction Business here in Christhucrch. With nearly two decades worth of building experience, we now require an experienced office manager to join our team. This is a fulltime role, and we guarantee at least 30 hours per week minimum. You will be paid between 30.00 - 35.00, depending on experience.
You will be requried to do the following:
- contributing to the planning and review of business services, with attention made to the needs of the business in light of the wider industry.
- allocating human resources, space and equipment. You will need to allocate resources and staff to building sites.
- assigning work to and monitoring work performance of staff
- managing records and accounts of the office. You must ensure that records and accounts are well maintained, and are kept in line with company policy.
- liaising with professionals and various agencies and local government, to ensure that the business runs smoothly, and without fault.
- ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
- ensuring work complies with relevant government legislation, policies and procedures. Ensuring that appropriate consents and plans are approved before building teams begin work.
- coordinating personnel activities such as hiring, promotions, performance management, payroll, training and supervision
You should have:
- At least two years of relevant expeirnece, or a relelvant diploma (Level 5 qualification) or higher
- A strong work ethic
- Previous construction experience would be useful, as this will help you to hit the ground running.
If this sounds like you, then please don't hesitate to reach out.
Duty Manager /Bar Manager
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Bar or Duty Manager Needed
We are looking for 1x Bar Manager, to assist with our new business here in Christchurch, New Zealand. This is a fulltime role, and we offer a minimum of 30 hours per week. We offer a competitve salary based upon experience. You will be tasked with the general management of the bar and restaurant, including managing staff levels, ensuring stock levels are maintained, and maintaining health and safety standards.
You will be required to complete the following tasks:
- Oversee the daily operations and long term planning of the restaurant and bar
- Drive a customer-first culture ,ensuring every guest reveives exceptional service.
- Plan and execute mareketing initiatives ,including promotions and events
- Negotiate with suppliers ,manage stock levels and monitor ordering systems
- Control costs ,reduce wastage and ensure efficient use of resources
- Prepare and manage staff rosters ,handle communications and ensure adequate coverage for all shifts
- Ensure compliance with all health ,hygiene ,safety and liquor licence regulations
- Maintain accurate documentation ,including council compliance records and the complaint register ,with appropraite follow-up actions
You should be able to demonstrate the following:
- You should hold an LCQ qualification, or have the ability to obtain one.
- Must hold a NZQF diploma or higher, in a relevant field, or be able to demonstrate at least two years of experience.
- Diploma or higher qualifocation in Business or Management will be an advantage or preffered
If this sounds like you, then please don't hesitate to apply.
Silviculture Forestry Work
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Silviculture and forestry workers perform a variety of duties related to
reforestation and to the management, improvement and conservation of
forest lands.
- Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed.
Applicants must have the following as per employer’s requirement:
- Applicants must be physically fit and willing to learn.
- Applicants must pass pre-employment drug test and have no criminal record.
- Must have a driver licence
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
PRUNNING:
- Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away
dead or excess branches from trees to improve appearance,
health, and value of tree. - Prune or treat trees using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers,
and power pruners. - Climb trees, using climbing hooks and belts, or climb ladders to
gain access to work areas
PLANTING:
- Assess site, select seedlings and dig planting hole at
predetermined spaced interval to plant tree using manual
planting tools, place seedling in hole and pack soil around
plant, using foot or planting tool.
THINNING:
- Operate power thinning saw to thin and space trees in
reforestation areas. - Operate chain saw to thin young forest
stands.
SPRAYING:
- Control weeds and undergrowth in regenerating forest stands
using manual tools and chemicals. - Spray trees to treat diseased or unhealthy trees, including
mixing chemicals and calibrating spray equipment. - Prepare chemicals for work application.
FIREFIGHTING:
- Complete fire training, firefighting reports and maintain
firefighting equipment. - Dig trenches, cut trees, pump water on burning areas to fight
forest fires under direction of fire suppression officer or forestry
technician.
OTHER:
- Perform other silviculture duties such as tree pulling, firewood,
assisting in planting surveys and marking trees for subsequent
operations. - Drive trucks or other vehicles to, or at, work sites.
- Attend Health and Safety meetings.
- Attend Fire training.
Team Leader - Transition to School - Bishopdale
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If you can explore the world through a child’s eyes, develop young minds, and prepare each child for their transition to school, we’d love to chat to you.
Are you looking to take your career to the next level?
This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step. We are seeking a kind and caring experienced ECE Teacher with a warm and loving nature, who is passionate about the transition to school room age group. This is a full time position and you must be qualified, provisionally registered and hold a valid work visa.
As Team Leader, you will have strong leadership skills to support 6 teachers over both preschool and transition to school classrooms.
You will be joining a team where you are valued, appreciated and recognised, and we will offer you:
- Ongoing professional development - skilled, experienced internal and external facilitators, and workshops; leadership development and career pathways
- 10 days sick leave for full time permanent staff (after 3 months of employment)
- Support and mentoring for provisionally registered Teachers
- Regular non-contact time
- Funded first aid training
- 50% childcare fees for your child (if relevant)
- Wellness support services
Our centre has a culture of kindness and respect. We pride ourselves in providing an environment where children are safe and loved, while they are learning. A commitment to building strong relationships with children and families will be important to you, and you’ll be confident with your learning stories.
Our friendly and professional team would love to hear from you.
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Kitchen Cabinet Maker
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We are looking for Kitchen Cabinet makers who have excellent knowledge with cabinetry installation to join our small team.
The number of positions: 2
Working hours:Minimum 30 hours per week, Additional hours may be applied due to heavy workload till 49 hours per week.
Type of employment: Permanent full-time position, shifts from Tuesday to Saturday (sometimes 7 days) with hourly rate from Minimum $32.00 to Maximum$35.00 NZD depending on experience.
Location: Christchurch, Canterbury Region
Role
This role involves being out and about installing the cabinets (kitchen cabinets, wardrobe) that are sold to the customers in their newly built or renovated homes, providing great service from start to finish of a job.
Qualifications & Requirements
- At least 3 years of kitchen installing or cabinet-making working experience. OR a relevant diploma in carpentry may be alternative.
- Be flexible to changing & demanding work priorities as we always have multiple projects at any one time
- Be physically fit and be able to work well within a small team of dedicated people and have good communication skills
- Be able to work additional hours if required (to ensure deadlines are met) within the factory or with site work installations
Tasks and responsibilities
- cabinets assembling and ready to install
- able to read CAD plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
- cutting manufactured board and assembling and nailing cut and shaped parts
- ordering materials and prepared layouts
If this sounds like what you are looking for. Apply now
Applicants for this postion should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
How to apply:
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, please contact Dannie Lee at
Industrial Electrician
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Industrial Electrician required to join the SRS engineering team based in Rolleston at our modern sawmill and timber processing operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and enthusiastic industrial electrician to be part of our continuous improvement process by joining the engineering team to maintain and improve our equipment and processing capabilities.
A suitable applicant must have a proven history as an industrial electrician and must be registered with a current practicing license.
The successful applicant will also have;
- A strong background in PLC and controls
- B e an effective problem solver
- Have trouble shooting skills
- Have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and
- Be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
The successful applicant will join the engineering team responsible for new projects and maintenance of modern processing equipment across the whole site.
Remuneration reflecting the important nature of this position will be offered to the successful applicant.
This is a full-time permanent dayshift position working Monday to Friday.
This position is only open to New Zealand Residents and New Zealand citizens.
If you believe that you have the skills that we require, and you would like to join a modern privately owned company then we would like to hear from you.
Interested applicants please apply by emailing your CV with a covering letter explaining why you are an ideal candidate for this position to:
Carpenter
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Looking for multiple experienced Carpenters who have a good attitude towards work and great references. You will be completing various carpentry duties including Form Work, Framing and Finishing. The successful candidate will have at least three years of commercial/residential carpentry experience.
About us:
Franklin Smith is a multi-disciplinary Recruitment Agency - specializing in Trades and Construction. We have offices is Auckland, Christchurch, and Nelson, with large scale projects around New Zealand. Franklin Smith is people focused; we are always searching for the best of the best in each industry.
About you:
The ideal candidate must be able to:
- Undertake various aspects of carpentry such as formwork, framing and finishing
- Confidently read and interpret plans and specifications
- Work unsupervised and in a team
- Demonstrate high attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- High level of communication skills
The ideal candidate will also have:
- Two contactable references
- Strong carpentry experience
- Your own set of tools
- Able to pass a police check and drug test
About the role:
- Minimum 30 hours per week
- Hourly wage ranging from $27.50 - $35.00
- Permanent role - Monday to Friday, with extra shifts available on weekends
- As part of your employment, you may be required to travel to a different region for different projects, including Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Gisborne, Hawkes Bay, Manawatu,Marlborough, Nelson, Northland, Otago, Southland, Taranaki, Waikato, Wellington, and West Coast.
- You will be given reasonable notice if you are required to relocate to another region. Franklin Smith will cover transportation and accommodation expenses related to the relocation.
Kindly upload your resume and cover letter on this webpage. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.