Our Silver Fern Farms Dargaville Processing Site are looking for expressions of interest to join the team. 

Our Dargaville site is Kaipara's largest employer, with 300+ Team Members at the height of the season. Located an hour west of Whangarei in the heart of the Kauri Coast, we contribute significantly to the economy and employment in our local community.

We’re proud of our diverse culture and our people-first approach to supporting our teams through our values of Always caring; our Manaakitanga, Unstoppable together; our Kotahitanga, and Improving tomorrow; our Kaitiakitanga.

If you’re ready to start earning and learning your way to a bright future with a supportive team we have various opportunities on offer, starting with entry-level jobs needing no experience, which can lead to career development opportunities into quality control, health and safety, leadership and beyond.

Te mahi, our working arrangements:

• Complete your on-the-job training and earn a minimum $28.12/hr plus extras.
• Usually, 40 hours per week during peak production season, plus overtime opportunities.
• Minimum $38/hr production overtime rate.
• 8-hour shifts, day shift and evening shifts times vary falling between 6.00am to 3.00pm, and 3.30pm to 12.30am.
• All work clothing and safety gear is provided. 
   

Te tikanga, the job requirements:

• No experience? No problem, we provide all the training you need.
• You’re an active team member who can work closely with others and bring a positive, hardworking attitude.
• Able to understand and follow health and safety, quality, and technical compliance requirements.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand.
• Must be 18 years or older to meet audit requirements.
• Able to pass our pre-employment medical checks, criminal convictions check, and physical fitness requirements.
   

Ngā hua, our benefits:

• Access to quality meat at mates’ rates on-site to nourish you and your whānau.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for career development.
• Access to digital discounts with multiple retailers and top brands nationwide through our BOOST discount program.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential counselling and wellbeing support to all employees and their eligible family members.

Advantageous experience, but not required:

• Knife skills.
• Trimming skills.
• Current forklift license.

Te ahurea, why work at Silver Fern Farms:

Silver Fern Farms is all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. We strive to continuously improve our operations, upskill our people and foster an environment of mutual learning. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and progress with New Zealand's market leader in quality red meat production, with customers in over 60 countries around the world. We're a purpose-led organisation with a proud story to tell. Driven by our passion, our innovation, and most importantly our people, we're helping to shape the future of food on the global stage.

Silver Fern Farms is working hard to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory. 

Tono mai, to apply:

If you're a hard worker looking to earn a good living, we'd love to hear from you. Click the 'Apply' button below to submit your application or find out more.

Please note, we are unable to accept overseas applications for these positions.