Rongotea Management Job Listings

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Driver Manager

Company Description Hall's is a fast-growing transport company specializing in refrigerated transport and logistics. We're well established across New Zealand, with a high profile and a focus on providing quality customer service. Our committed drivers and teams represent typical New Zealand values and work hard to service our customers and 'deliver the goods'. We’re proud of the work we do and passionate about making a real difference to people's lives. At Hall's we want all our staff to go home safely every day. To help achieve this, we have a comprehensive Health and Safety Plan in place to protect us all, including pre-employment medicals and drug testing. Job Description We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused Driver Manager to lead our Palmerston North driver teams. You’ll be responsible for ensuring our drivers deliver safely, efficiently, and on time, managing performance, resource planning, and compliance while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability. Based at our Longburn depot, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, ensure rosters and coverage are effective, manage compliance requirements, and support your team’s growth and development. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, logistics environment and has strong people management and planning skills. Key responsibilities *Lead and motivate a high-performing team of drivers across the Manawatu region. *Manage daily operations, ensuring deliveries meet customer DIFOT and compliance standards. *Oversee rosters, leave coverage, and resource planning to maintain smooth operations. *Monitor and report on KPIs, driver performance, and operational costs. *Ensure adherence to all Health & Safety, MPI, and transport compliance obligations. *Support driver training, development, and performance management. *Collaborate with Regional and Operations Managers to identify and implement process improvements. *Maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors. Qualifications About you *At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role within transport, logistics, or fleet management. *2+ years’ experience in a leadership or team management role. *Strong understanding of transport operations, compliance, and driver management. *Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills. *Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook). *Proven ability to analyse KPIs and drive performance improvement. *Committed to building a strong team culture based on safety, accountability, and customer service. Preferred but not essential *Knowledge of the shipping and container industry. *Experience with systems such as Truckmate or similar transport management software. *Relevant tertiary qualification or industry training (e.g. Certificate/Diploma in Transport or Logistics). Additional information What we offer: *Work in an environment that prides itself on keeping our people safe, in site and on the road *The opportunity to work within a great team and culture *A competitive salary *Access to PERKS app - offering discounts in 40+ stores *Discounted Southern Cross Healthcare *Opportunities to extend your learning knowledge and skills *A safety focused environment with all PPE Provided If you think this sounds like the place for you, we'd love to hear from you! Hall's Group the home of cool jobs. www.halls.co.nz

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Manufacturing Work

The Opportunity: Skip the gym and get paid to stay fit in a hands-on role that offers real career progression in the cardboard manufacturing industry located in Levin. We're looking for reliable, motivated team players to join a fast-paced production crew. With full training, great support, and plenty of room to grow, this is your chance to break into a stable, essential industry and build a long-term future. Perks of the Job: * Potential pathway to permanent employment for top performers * Full PPE provided for your safety * Time and a half after 8 hours * Potential to pick up extra shifts Your Responsibilities: * Pack, stack, and shift finished products with precision and efficiency. * Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot high-speed machinery to maintain quality and output. * Collaborate, communicate, and problem-solve with your crew to overcome production challenges. What You'll Need: * Proven experience in manufacturing or production environments * A commitment to long-term growth in the production sector * Comfortable with physically demanding, heavy (20kg +), and repetitive tasks. * Able to pass a Ministry of Justice check and drug test Day and Hours: Monday to Friday Morning Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Afternoon Shift: 2:20 pm - 10:20 pm Overtime available as required post-training - which may mean odd Saturday work. About the Company Our client is a globally recognized supplier of cardboard products with nearly 150 years in the industry, known for creating sustainable, high-quality packaging solutions. Ready to Apply? If this sounds like the role for you, click APPLY now and follow the prompts. For more information, call Emily on 0800 178 233 or 06 353 8002. Please note: Applications are open only to those currently residing in New Zealand with an appropriate work visa

Horowhenua District, Manawatū-Whanganui Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Production Manager (Levin)63699556688643112

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Production Manager (Levin)

Levin Production Manager Freshpork NZ is a family-owned business, passionate about producing quality New Zealand pork products. We have been delivering New Zealand pork to Kiwis for over 40 years and are the country’s leading Pork specialist. With over 150 staff operating from 4 sites, we are committed to the long-term sustainability of the NZ pig industry, through continual investment, innovative processing and products that provide fresh, high quality NZ pork products to New Zealanders. Across our business we process over 4,000 pigs per week. The core functionalities of our teams at our Levin production facility include a Cutting Floor, Value Add (VA), Cold storage and Logistics. This role oversees the Cutting Floor, Value Add and Cleaning teams of 26 people who work a variety of shifts. About the role: Reporting to the GM of National Production and working closely with the Coldstore and Logistics Supervisor, and together with a direct team of Supervisors/Team Leaders you will ensure day-to-day production activities are carried out in an efficient, safe and fully compliant manner. You’ll oversee aspects of the processing plant, teams including the Cutting Floor creating primals, the VA team creating our shelf ready products including small goods such as sausages and our Cleaners ensuring high quality standards of cleanliness. You’ll also manage our site maintenance program and external contractors. You’ll understand and manage the balance between production throughput, food safety compliance, and the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. You will be a proven leader able to motivate and inspire teams. Your hands-on approach will see you on the production floors throughout each day, supporting and influencing staff and leading by example. In this high impact role, you need the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment and plan ahead to meet targets and solve problems. You will need: * As an experienced Supervisor or Manager in manufacturing management in the meat industry, you’ll have a fusion of excellent managerial, technical and interpersonal skills. * Proven experience leading a team to succeed and enhancing a cohesive continuous improvement culture. * Be forward thinking, a proven planner with keen problem-solving skills and excellent time management. * Excellent communication both verbal and non-verbal, using your active listening to enable your team and share success across the business. * Dedication to ensuring high standards of quality control and health and safety, managing critical risks. * Managing HACCP food control plans, RMPs and other food safety systems and SOPs. * A hands-on approach to our training programs and associated paperwork. * Analyse and critically assess where efficiency can be improved; and take action. * Computer and numerical literacy and experience creating reports. Be competent in MS Office suite, particularly excel. * Experience processing payroll requirements for your team. * Attention to detail and record keeping. * Perform well under pressure. What you can expect: * Be part of a successful and professional family business, supplying quality New Zealand pork to Kiwis. * A hard working, dedicated team, who also find time to enjoy a good laugh. * A competitive salary package and additional benefits such a medical insurance. * Staff sales of delicious pork and bacon including our Heartland NZ and Freedom Farm products. To apply you will need to be eligible to work in New Zealand and pass a pre employment medical, including drug and alcohol test. How to apply: Please submit your application through the relevant advert on our website. For further information or to request a position description, please contact Justin Smith on 021 911 366. Please apply through the relevant vacancy on our website www.freshpork.co.nz Applications close on Monday, 29 September 2025.

Horowhenua District, Manawatū-Whanganui Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Production Worker - Horowhenua Region63612599330306113

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Production Worker - Horowhenua Region

Production Worker - Horowhenua Region** We're looking for reliable, hard-working Production Workers** to join a well-established food manufacturing company in the Horowhenua region**. If you're physically fit, have a great attitude, and are flexible with shifts - we want to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing:** * Assisting with food production tasks such as packing, sorting, and quality checks * Performing repetitive movements and lifting (up to 20kg) * Standing for long periods in a fast-paced environment * Maintaining high hygiene and safety standards at all times * Following clear instructions and working as part of a team What You'll Need:** * A strong work ethic and proven reliability * Physically fit and able to lift up to 20kg * Comfortable with standing for long shifts and doing repetitive tasks * Flexibility to work on-call, Monday to Friday** * A clean Ministry of Justice (MOJ) record - required * A clear ACC history** - required * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test * Positive attitude and willingness to learn What We Offer:** * Competitive hourly pay * On-call, temporary work * Supportive team environment and hands-on training * Opportunity to gain experience in a well-respected food production facility If you're dependable, ready to work, and want to be part of a great team - APPLY NOW** or call us on 06 355 8080**.

Horowhenua District, Manawatū-Whanganui Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary