Whanau Support Worker Jobs in New Zealand

Company Description

South Pacific Meats provides the world with New Zealand’s finest premium beef and lamb products for all to experience and enjoy. We serve over 80 markets globally, supported by an operation which includes twelve processing plants throughout New Zealand.

SPM sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

Job Description

We currently have an amazing career opportunity for committed and self-motivated people to join our Company Meat Inspection (CMI) team at our Malvern processing facility near Rolleston, Christchurch to help get NZ Beef and Lamb from our backyard to customers plates.

As one of our Company Meat Inspectors you are responsible for carrying out post-mortem inspection of dressed carcasses and their parts to identify conditions that may affect food safety standards. You will also ensure that the Companies supply of meat complies with regulations set by the Ministry of Primary Industries and other relevant industry bodies. The role involves inspecting animals after slaughter ensuring that the Company meets all regulations for processing and cleanliness, along with monitoring and maintaining accurate recording of industry data. This means you will need to check the quality and safety of any Company product and identify diseases and defects. Additionally, a key part of this role is to communicate the quality and safety of the product to the Company.

To be successful in this role you will need the following key personal skills:

• Attention to detail and excellent organisation.
• Being a friendly, approachable team-player.
• A great work ethic and can-do attitude.
• A proven track record of being reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow instructions and work unsupervised.
• Able to work shift work patterns with varying start and finish times.

Hours of work vary from 30 – 50 hours per week with paid rates ranging from $33.19 - $38.79 per hour dependent on assigned task, skill and experience, plus any applicable allowances and overtime.

Qualifications

For this specialist positions applicants must hold the NZQA Level Four Certificate in Animal Examination to be considered.

We periodically provide opportunities to train towards this position so if you are interested in working towards becoming a trained Company Meat Inspector, we encourage you to join us as an entry level meat process worker where no previous experience is needed. To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO conducts pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Additional Information

If you’re interested in joining a fast paced, challenging but enjoyable workplace, where you get to meet great people and work alongside your mates then please apply online.