113 Jobs in Waikato

Cook wanted

Day Day New Ltd is a busy and well-established Chinese and Fish & Chip takeaway business located in Auckland, proudly serving freshly cooked meals to our loyal local community. We specialise in authentic stir-fried dishes, classic Kiwi fish and chips, burgers, and takeaway favourites. We are now seeking a skilled Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities:

·   Prepare, season, and cook a variety of Chinese and New Zealand takeaway dishes, including stirfries, fish and chips, burgers, and other hot meals, using commercial cooking methods such as deepfrying, grilling, roasting, and wok cooking.

·   Ensure all meals meet required quality, flavour, and portion standards, adjusting seasoning or ingredients as needed to maintain consistency and customer satisfaction.

·   Plan and organise food preparation schedules and workflow to meet customer demand during peak periods, ensuring timely and efficient service.

·  Estimate food requirements and manage stock levels, including ordering supplies, checking deliveries, and ensuring correct storage of ingredients in temperature controlled facilities.

·   Monitor and maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with the New Zealand Food Act 2014, including correct handling, cleaning procedures, and recording of temperature checks.

·  Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, including commercial fryers, woks, grills, ovens, and refrigeration units, in a safe and efficient manner.

·   Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff or assistants, ensuring correct food handling, hygiene, and preparation procedures are followed.

·   Assist with the development or adjustment of menu items, including creating specials and incorporating customer feedback to improve offerings.

·  Comply with all workplace health and safety procedures, actively contributing to a clean, organised, and hazard free kitchen environment.

Requirements:

• A minimum of two years of full-time experience in a takeaway or similar commercial food service environment, or a relevant qualification in cookery, culinary arts, or a related field
• Proficient in wok cooking, deep-frying, and fast-paced order preparation.
• Familiarity with food handling, kitchen safety, and hygiene regulations as per NZ Food Act standards.
• Ability to multitask under pressure, especially during peak hours.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Ray White are looking for Existing & New Real Estate Salespeople  to join their offices in the Central Waikato Region. You'll be joining a team that uphold strong family values in all their day-to-day business and with a focus on getting the best win-win situation for both vendor and buyer.

• All levels of Real Estate Sales experience required
• Outstanding opportunity to develop your Real Estate career
• Best digital platforms and technology
• Innovative, forward-thinking company, building a strong team environment

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee all aspects of clinical care, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of person-centred support.
• Team Development: Mentor, coach, and support a team of RNs and caregivers, creating a culture of learning and growth.
• Care Delivery: Take a hands-on approach — medication rounds, care planning, and clinical decision-making where required.
• Quality & Compliance: Lead audits, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives, embedding best practice across the service.
• Resident & Family Engagement: Build strong, empathetic relationships with residents, whānau, GPs, and visiting health professionals.
• Clinical Systems & Documentation: Ensure accurate use of systems, InterRAI assessments, and robust care documentation.
• Health & Safety: Promote safe practices, compliance, and a proactive approach to risk management.

• Current NZ Nursing Council registration and APC.
• InterRAI training and clinical competence in assessments.
• Proven skill in wound care, medication management, and clinical decision-making.
• Experience leading audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement programmes.
• A collaborative and approachable leadership style, with strong communication skills.
• The ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a high-performing clinical team.

• Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised health insurance, counselling services, cultural leave, and wellbeing discounts.
• Career Growth: Access to a strong regional and national clinical support network, plus ongoing professional development.
• Recognition & Rewards: Generous parental leave (12 weeks for primary carers), reward programmes, and a values-driven workplace.
• Community & Connection: Work in the stunning Thames-Coromandel region, with beaches, bush walks, and a welcoming local community.

• Delivering person-centred care and ensuring best practice is always followed.
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting a team of nurses and caregivers.
• Overseeing medication rounds, clinical decision-making, and care planning.
• Driving quality improvement through audits, education sessions, and system reviews.
• Building strong, trusted relationships with whānau, residents, and visiting health professionals.

• InterRAI training and competence in clinical assessments.
• 2 years of Aged Care Clinical Manager experience in New Zealand
• Solid experience with clinical systems, audits, and quality processes.
• Confidence in wound care, medication management, and mentoring staff.
• Strong communication skills for working with residents, families, and health partners.
• A proven ability to lead continuous improvement and support a high-performing team.

• Health insurance benefits for you, with family options available.
• Access to a regional and national clinical support network .
• Wellbeing resources including counselling, cultural leave, and discounts.
• Generous parental leave : 12 weeks for primary carers, 2 weeks for secondary carers.
• Professional development : in-house and external opportunities, plus Nursing Council-approved PDRP.
• Reward and recognition programmes that celebrate your success.
• An inclusive, values-driven culture where individuality is embraced.

K&K Logistics is a trusted and fast-growing transport and logistics company in New Zealand. We specialise in delivering goods safely and on time. Known for our reliability and professional service, we’re now expanding our team and looking for motivated, responsible drivers to join us

Role Overview
We are urgently hiring two dependable drivers to support our operations. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that values efficiency, safety, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles for deliveries across Waikato region

• Load/unload cargo and ensure timely deliveries

• Follow road safety and company policies at all times

• Provide friendly and professional service to clients

Requirements

• Current and clean full driver’s licence 4 / 5 or equivalent overseas licence

• Physically fit and comfortable with lifting and moving heavy items (furniture and cargo)

• Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented

• Able to navigate routes efficiently using GPS

• All suitable candidates should be able to pass a drug test and a Ministry of Justice/Police check when required.

Apply Now, send us your CV with cover letter on an email ).

If we shortlist you, we will get back to you.

EM Private Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Cook to join their passionate culinary team at the fast-paced eatery – Spookers Bar and Eatery in Hamilton, Waikato . The candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Accurately follow recipes to prepare and cook items as per the menu.
• Prepare and measure ingredients needed for cooking tasks.
• Organise and schedule food prepara-on to meet service demands, especially during busy times.
• Operate and check cooking equipment like ovens, grills, fryers, and warmers to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Portion and present meals according to company guidelines, maintaining quality and consistency.
• Store food items correctly and keep track of stock levels, helping with stock rotation and reporting shortages when needed.
• Adjust meals to suit specific dietary needs or customer requests where required.
• Comply with all food safety and workplace health and safety rules and standards.
• Help train kitchen staff in food preparation methods and hygiene practices when required.
• Take orders and process payments efficiently when required.
• Keep the kitchen area clean and tidy by following correct cleaning and hygiene procedures.

Work Hours and Benefits
- Required to work for a minimum of 30 hours per week
- Paid between $25 to $30 per hour.

Other requirements:
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or a relevant Level 4 qualification
• Flexible availability, including willingness to work weekends and night shifts
• Strong team player with effective communication skills
• Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks
• Physically capable of standing for extended periods
• Dedicated, hardworking, and passionate about food service
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards

Our Client   is looking for an Assistant Farm Manager for a farm at Ngatea, Thames

Are you ready to take the next step? Do you consider yourself passionate about farming? 

We are looking for someone reliable to take on our Assistant Farm Manager role.

Peak Herd Size -850

This role reports directly to the contract milker / Director of the farm .

Pay rate $30-35 P/H

 Expected duties include the following:

-Milk harvesting and ensuring milk quality

-Monitoring animal health, including administering and recording health treatments

- Staff management

-Shed maintenance and preparation

-Tractor work, including loading the mixer wagon and feeding out on the feedpad

- Machine Maintenance

-Weed control

-General farm maintenance and duties 

Guaranteed minimum work hours of  35 per Week, Maximum 45

Accommodation is provided and will be discussed at the interview stage

Position Start  ASAP

The successful applicant MUST have: - At least 6  months  NZ dairy farming experience with good references or a bachelor's qualification.

 Clean pre-employment drug test 

 Full driver's license

Apply Now

Are you a skilled craftsman who takes pride in a perfect finish? We are a growing building team looking for a dedicated Carpet and Flooring Installer to help us deliver exceptional results for our clients. If you have an eye for detail and a passion for quality workmanship, we want to hear from you.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

As a key member of our installation team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end installation process, ensuring a flawless result for our clients. Your duties will include:

·    Preparing worksites by safely moving furniture and preparing subfloors.

·    Taking precise measurements and skillfully cutting carpet and resilient flooring (like vinyl) for an exact fit.

·    Expertly applying adhesives and using specialized tools to seam, stretch, and secure flooring.

·    Performing detailed trimming and fitting around obstacles, corners, and doorways.

·    Conducting final inspections, cleaning the work area, and ensuring complete client satisfaction.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications):

The ideal candidate will be a reliable professional who meets the following criteria:

·    Proven experience (1+ years) in carpet installation; experience with vinyl or other resilient flooring is a strong asset.

·    Proficiency with industry-standard tools and equipment (knee kickers, power stretchers, seam rollers, etc.).

·    A strong focus on quality, precision, and attention to detail in every task.

·    Excellent physical stamina to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods.

·    Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively.

·    Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet project deadlines.

·    A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are highly preferred.

Senior Fleet Tyre Technicians
Carters Tyre Service Ltd – All Branches Across New Zealand

Fulltime-Permanent Role
Minimum of 40 hrs. and Maximum of 55 hrs in a week
Wage $25-$35 an hour

▪    Great locations

▪    No two days are the same in this hands-on, customer-facing position

▪    More than just a job - you will be joining a great team with real career opportunities

About the job: Carter’s Tyre Service Ltd is seeking Senior Fleet Tyre Technicians to join our Fleet Service team. Applicants may be assigned to work across any of our branches throughout New Zealand, including the following regions: Auckland, Waikato, Northland, Bay of Plenty, Manawatu/Whanganui, Taranaki, Hawke’s Bay, Wellington, Canterbury, Otago, Southland, and Nelson.

The successful candidates will be responsible for tyre management on our clients’ commercial fleets, including callouts and after-hours support. The work will involve servicing commercial trucks, utility vehicles, heavy construction equipment, and off-road vehicles. Flexibility to travel and work in different regions may be required depending on operational demands.

Your hours will be Monday to Friday, between 7:30am – 5:00pm, with rostered Saturdays 9:00am – 12:00 noon and rostered callouts.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Service

▪    Delivery of high-quality service and specific products to customers.

▪    Demonstrate product knowledge and show customers how to maximise the benefits.

▪    Perform tyre inspections and record them through the TMS system (Fleet Service).

▪    Identifies abnormal wear and potential hazards for heavy machines and equipment.

▪    Strip and fit tyres as required , following the standard operating procedure.

▪    Repair punctures according to the company guidelines.

▪    Repairs and maintains tyres with chemical or vulcanised components.

▪    Removes and replaces wheels and rims

▪    Refit tyres and perform inspection checks in accordance with service information requirements.

▪    Maintain one’s own presentation and positive behaviours towards customers, employees and vendors – be the face of Carter’s Tyre Service.

Procedures and Process Adherence

▪    Compliance with the Service Level Agreement process , including TMS processes.

▪    Ensure that all work processes are completed accurately, on time, and in full (e.g., job sheets, timesheets, TMS, vehicle audits) , meeting operational deadlines.

▪    Company uniforms must always be worn.

▪    Vehicle audits and checks must be completed.

▪    Report any damage or wear and tear to the vehicle and tools as soon as it happens.

▪    Adhere to rosters , including Saturday and call-out rosters.

▪    Vehicles must be kept clean – inside and out.

  GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

▪    Be punctual and work the hours and times specified.

▪    Prioritise workload to ensure work of the most significant importance to the business is undertaken with
  urgency and to a high standard.

▪    Support and help develop a positive workplace culture.

▪    Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills.

▪    Undertake all duties and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description and all other duties as required
 by the business.

▪    Comply with all employment obligations.

▪    Promptly undertake to complete all reasonable and lawful instructions and directions given.

▪    Serve the business in good faith, promoting and protecting the business's best interests.

▪    During work time, and such other times as may be reasonably required, dedicate all effort to the
 execution and fulfilment of the duties, responsibilities, obligations and instructions related to
 employment.

▪    Demonstrate through own actions a commitment to Health and Safety at work when undertaking work or
 observing others in the workplace.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Essential:

▪    Tyre Industry knowledge – tyre fitting, wheel alignment.

▪    Level 4 NZQCF relevant qualification or at least 3 years of relevant Tyre industry experience - especially fleet   service experience may substitute for the formal qualification.

▪    A clean and full NZ driver's licence or equivalent.

▪    Ability to quickly develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers/stakeholders.

▪    Quick learner of systems.

▪    Accurate with figures and attention to detail.

▪    Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

▪    A friendly and positive outlook with a customer service focus

Advantageous but not required:

▪    At least a class 2 driver’s licence

▪    Qualification in Tyre Fitting.

▪    Experience with a team environment.