Production Labourer - Commercial Horticulture
Kennington, Southland | Full Time | Permanent
TNZ Growing Products is a proudly New Zealand-owned company with operations nationwide and head office based in Invercargill. We specialise in producing premium growing media and bark-based products that support the horticulture and landscaping industries throughout New Zealand and Australia.
We're looking for a motivated and reliable Production Labourer to join our team in Kennington. If you're someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in doing a great job, and wants to be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
This is a permanent, full-time position working approximately 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with seasonal overtime opportunities available.
Standard hours: 7:00am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
At TNZ Growing Products, we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed. At TNZ, our people are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where our team can succeed, develop, and build rewarding careers. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities, clear career progression pathways, and the chance to gain additional licences and practical skills. You will enjoy working within a supportive team environment with strong leadership, where health and safety is a top priority. As part of a growing New Zealand-owned business, we provide stable, long-term employment and recognise the contributions our people make to our continued success.
As part of our production team, you'll be involved in a variety of tasks across the site, gaining valuable experience and developing a broad understanding of our operations. No two days are exactly the same, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and learning new skills.
Primary duties include:
- Assisting with production and processing activities across the site
- Operating and monitoring plant equipment
- Supporting the safe and efficient flow of materials through production
- Carrying out general labouring and housekeeping duties
- Working collaboratively with the team to meet production targets
- Identifying and reporting maintenance or operational issues
- Following health and safety procedures at all times
We have a united and supportive team, our focus is to find additional team members who:
- Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Enjoy hands-on, physical work
- Are mechanically minded and enjoys problem-solving
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Is reliable, committed, and willing to learn
- Takes health and safety seriously
- Holds a full New Zealand driver's licence [Strictly required]
- Has reliable transport to and from Kennington
Forklift and loader experience would be an advantage but is not essential. Training and licensing support can be provided for the right person.
We value hard work, recognise individual contributions, and celebrate team success.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test. TNZ also conducts routine health monitoring and random drug testing.
For further information, please contact Jemma Cournane at jemma.cournane@kgr.net.nz.
Only online applications will be considered.
Applicants must be currently residing in New Zealand and legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
Please note that recruitment agencies need not contact us regarding this role. We have an in-house recruitment team managing the recruitment process and are not seeking external support. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
