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Trainee Meat Inspectors - Oamaru64006001047427110

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Trainee Meat Inspectors - Oamaru

**Company Description** **About Us** Everyday our experienced team of 1800+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety. We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all. Join us today! **Job Description**If you are looking for a challenging career within the meat industry we are currently recruiting for Trainee Meat Inspectors to be based in Oamaru. AsureQuality are the experts providing a world-class inspection service to New Zealand's red meat industry. The Meat Inspector training is comprehensive, you'll earn a qualification that's recognised around the country and you're paid while you train. Once you're qualified, your skills are recognised at any processing plant in New Zealand. It's a role that's interesting, varied, and provides options to suit your life style. Once qualified weekend, overtime and shift work may be involved. Add to this great workmates, good working conditions and a chance to develop a progressive career within a critical New Zealand industry and you'll see you're on to a good thing when you train to be a Meat Inspector. So show us you're a fit, reliable team player with good communication skills and work ethic, and we'll show you how to start a promising career in an exciting industry. For more information visit [www.meatinspector.co.nz](http://www.meatinspector.co.nz/) Applications close 31 October 2025. **Qualifications**NCEA Level 1 or equivalent

Waitaki District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Fert Spreader Driver

David O’Neill Contracting Ltd is a well-established Agricultural & Cartage Contracting business based in Omarama, North Otago and have been operating for 25 years. We offer services ranging from Silage, Balage, Carting, Fert Spreading, Harvesting, Drilling and more. We run a fleet of Massey Ferguson, Fendt tractors, Scania Trucks and a variety of agricultural implements. We are seeking a seasonal (August – April) Fert Spreader Driver to join our contracting business. The option of moving into a full-time position truck driving is also available during the remaining months including grain, balage, straw, wool & fertiliser carting. What to expect in this role: - Operating a Scania P410 during the day on and off road - Using TracMap (Tabula) daily regarding jobs and orders - Communicating with farmers and other staff - Operation of a V-bin Trailer - Working independently with good use of time management What we are looking for in a candidate: - Class 4 & 5 License - Off road driving experience - Good communication skills - Honest and reliable worker who can work independently with good time management - General knowledge of fertiliser products - Ability to keep clear and tidy records regarding jobs and orders - Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle - Maintain a correct and up to date log book If you believe you have other skills and experience that may be of value towards this role then please don’t hesitate to apply or contact us even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. What we can provide: - Safe and friendly work environment - Accommodation, fully furnished and recently built staff quarters - Evening meals during our main season (October – March) If this sounds like you, apply today with your CV or contact us with any questions regarding this role. Contact us: Email: davidoneillcontracting@xtra.co.nz Phone: 027 433 5523 – David

Waitaki District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Agricultural Engineer/Mechanic63612615927170112

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Agricultural Engineer/Mechanic

David O’Neill Contracting Ltd is a well established Agricultural & Cartage Contracting business based in Omarama operating for over 25 years. We are looking for a full-time engineer/mechanic for our contracting business. We run a fleet of Massey Ferguson, Fendt tractors and Scania trucks and a variety of agricultural implements. You will need to be: * Honest and reliable * Able to work unsupervised, plus be a team player and able to work extra hours when required. * Have trouble shooting and time management skills * Have sound mechanical knowledge and welding experience * Experience in truck & trailer repairs and COF pre appraisal We offer a safe and friendly work environment with a good tidy workshop, plus service truck with air compressor and generator. We have accommodation available and also provide evening meals in our main season. (October-March)

Waitaki District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Trainee Meat Inspectors - Balclutha63612254451587113

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Trainee Meat Inspectors - Balclutha

**Company Description** **About Us** Everyday our experienced team of 1800+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety. We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be. We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all. Join us today! **Job Description**If you are looking for a challenging career within the meat industry we are currently recruiting for Trainee Meat Inspectors to be based in Balclutha. AsureQuality are the experts providing a world-class inspection service to New Zealand's red meat industry. The Meat Inspector training is comprehensive, you'll earn a qualification that's recognised around the country and you're paid while you train. Once you're qualified, your skills are recognised at any processing plant in New Zealand. It's a role that's interesting, varied, and provides options to suit your life style. Once qualified weekend, overtime and shift work may be involved. Add to this great workmates, good working conditions and a chance to develop a progressive career within a critical New Zealand industry and you'll see you're on to a good thing when you train to be a Meat Inspector. So show us you're a fit, reliable team player with good communication skills and work ethic, and we'll show you how to start a promising career in an exciting industry. For more information visit [www.meatinspector.co.nz](http://www.meatinspector.co.nz/) Applications close 22 August 2025. **Qualifications**NCEA Level 1 or equivalent

Otago Region, New Zealand

Dairy Farm Instructor - Otago Corrections Facility63612248251137114

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Dairy Farm Instructor - Otago Corrections Facility

* Help men in prison develop skills in the dairy industry * Work for a values-led organisation that makes a difference * On the job training and opportunities to build your career 'Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' -`There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people. Mo te tunga | About the role We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Dairy Farm Instructor at Otago Corrections Facility (OCF). Prison industries provide people in prison with meaningful engagement and equip them with valuable work experience and skills for the future. They are an important part of working towards reintegration and can increase chances of obtaining successful employment on release. Industries are also critical in providing essential services for the operation of the prison. The OCF Farm is a 130-hectare dairy farm which supports a herd of 360 cows and produces 120,000 KG of milk solids annually for Fonterra. As an Instructor on the farm, you will oversee daily milking, whilst training people in prison across a range of general and dairy specific duties. The training you provide will enable them to achieve NZQA unit standards linked to the dairy industry and provide a platform of good working habits to take forward to the future. Instructors have the same classification as Corrections Officers and, as such, complete the same initial training courses. This will involve on-site training as well as 5 weeks residential training at our National Learning Centre in Upper Hutt, Wellington, to focus on the custodial elements of the position. The hours of work will be on a shift basis of 87 hours per fortnight. The shifts are 10-hour shifts and are typically from 6.00 am until 16.00 pm however some flexibility is required in accordance with the farm's operational needs. Weekend work is required with every second weekend being rostered off. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience We are interested in hearing from people who possess: * Solid experience in dairy farming (minimum 3 seasons managing/ 2ic dairy farm experience). * An NZQA level 4 dairy qualification (desirable but not essential). * The ability to motivate and develop people within a team environment. * The ability to remain positive and resilient in challenging situations. * Exceptional communication skills and the ability to develop solid relationships with a range of stakeholders. * The ability to work effectively with different cultures including working in a Te ao Maori space. * Outstanding health and safety practices. * Experience as an Adult Educator or NZAQ Assessor (4098) is an advantage. * A full NZ driver licence (or be eligible to obtain one). If successful at interview stage, you will be required to complete a full disclosure criminal history check (clean slate does not apply so please declare any convictions in your application), pre-employment medical, physical and drug testing as a part of the recruitment process. Nga painga | The benefits The starting salary for this position is $79, 500 - $86, 677 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. Once in the role there are opportunities to increase your salary over time up to $93, 210 per annum. Mo matou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy. We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required. Tono inaianei | Apply Now To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered. When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work. Applications close on: Sunday 10th August 2025. If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.

Otago Region, New Zealand

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Truck Drivers

David O’Neill Contracting Ltd is a well-established Agricultural & Cartage Contracting business based in Omarama, North Otago and have been operating for 25 years. We offer services ranging from Silage, Balage, Carting, Fert Spreading, Harvesting, Drilling and more. We run a fleet of Massey Ferguson, Fendt tractors, Scania Trucks and a variety of agricultural implements. We are seeking a seasonal (October– March) Truck Drivers to join our contracting business. These roles will include being part of the Silage and Balage crews during the summer season. An option of this role becoming full-time is also possible with grain, balage, straw, wool and fertiliser carting during the winter season. What to expect in this role: - Operating Scania 8x4 trucks with either a flat deck or with silage bins - Carting Silage and/or Balage to stack or wrap sites - Working within a crew - Driving mainly off road as well as on road What we are looking for in a candidate: - Class 4 required but bonus if you have Class 5 as well - Off road driving experience - Good communication skills - Honest and reliable person who can work well with others, as well as independently - Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle - Maintain a correct and up to date log book If you believe you have other skills and experience that may be of value towards this role then please don’t hesitate to apply or contact us even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. What we can provide: - Safe and friendly work environment - Accommodation, fully furnished and recently built staff quarters - Evening meals during our main season (October – March) If this sounds like you, apply today with your CV or contact us with any questions regarding this role. Contact us: Email: davidoneillcontracting@xtra.co.nz Phone: 027 433 5523 – David

Waitaki District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Tractor Operators

David O’Neill Contracting Ltd is a well-established Agricultural & Cartage Contracting business based in Omarama, North Otago and have been operating for 25 years. We offer services ranging from Silage, Balage, Carting, Fert Spreading, Harvesting, Drilling and more. We run a fleet of Massey Ferguson, Fendt tractors, Scania Trucks and a variety of agricultural implements. We are seeking seasonal (October– March) Tractor Operators to join our contracting business. The positions we are looking to fill will be part of the Silage and Balage crews, as well as Cultivation work. What to expect in this role: - Operating one of the following roles: o Triple Mowers o 4 Rotor Rake o Square and/or Round Baler o Tube Wrapper – Massey Telehandler o Stack Operator – JCB 434/435 o Direct Drills o Fodder Beet Drilling o General Cultivation o Loader Tractor Operator - Working unsupervised or within a team environment - Working Long hours and most weekends with weather depending - Bookkeeping e.g. bale numbers, stack cover, timesheet etc. What we are looking for in a candidate: - Class 1 is required but bonus if you have Class 2 or W as well - Off-road driving experience - Good communication skills - An honest and reliable person who can work well with others, as well as independently - Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle - Experience working with machinery, minimum 2 years favourable - Able to work a minimum of 30 hour weeks If you believe you have other skills and experience that may be of value towards this role then please don’t hesitate to apply or contact us even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. What we can provide: - Safe and friendly work environment - Accommodation, fully furnished and recently built staff quarters - Evening meals during our main season (October – March) If this sounds like you, apply today with your CV or contact us with any questions regarding this role. Contact us: Email: davidoneillcontracting@xtra.co.nz Phone: 027 433 5523 – David

Waitaki District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand