Trades Assistant

Te Tūranga / About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and practical Trades Assistant to join our Engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you'll work alongside skilled tradespeople to support the maintenance, repair, and installation of plant and equipment across our site.

Working in a fast-paced food production environment, you'll play an important role in helping minimise equipment downtime, supporting planned maintenance activities, and ensuring machinery operates safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is looking to build their engineering and maintenance experience.

Shift Pattern

This is a full-time permanent position. Hours are Monday to Friday 7am-3.30pm. Some flexibility required to do extra hours during the week/weekend when/if required.

Te Mahi / Key Responsibilities

You will be a reliable and safety-focused team player who enjoys working in a practical environment. With a proactive attitude and willingness to learn, you'll support the Engineering team across a variety of maintenance and operational tasks.

You'll bring strong attention to detail, a commitment to health and safety, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.

Ōu Pūkenga / About You

- Assisting Engineering staff with plant repairs and maintenance activities
- Supporting planned maintenance programmes to minimise equipment failure
- Assisting with the installation and commissioning of plant equipment
- Supporting maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyor and mechanical drive systems
- Operating and cleaning cold storage and freezing systems
- Undertaking general painting, cleaning, and site maintenance tasks as required
- Following lockout and permit-to-work procedures and maintaining strong health and safety practices
- Working collaboratively with Engineering and Operations teams to support site performance and reliability
- Relevant trades experience, mechanical aptitude, or experience in a similar industrial environment would be advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and contribute to the team

Tono Mai / To Apply

Applications are open now and will be reviewed as they're received. Click "Apply" to submit your application via our Careers Website.

Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.

You can learn more about what it's like to work with us on our Belong Here page.