Jobs in Waikato.

Collecting samples · Preparing samples · Dispatching samples

Experience in a laboratory environment desirable; knowledge of food or dairy industry standards advantageous; qualification in science (e.g. Microbiology or Chemistry) advantageous; valid driver's license; ability to travel occasionally.

Providing quality engineering support · Implementing quality plans · Reducing manufacturing defects

2+ yrsMinimum 2 years in similar position or food manufacturing; working knowledge of regulations, compliance, quality systems, and engineering principles; strong project management and communication skills; attention to detail.

Leading production line · Managing team development · Ensuring quality compliance

5+ yrsTertiary degree, diploma, or minimum 5 years in dairy manufacturing; minimum 3 years in FMCG operations preferably in a Nutritional Plant; experience leading teams; knowledge of dairy manufacturing processes and HACCP systems.

Leading engineering team · Improving manufacturing efficiency · Supporting plant trials

Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical, food science or similar; understanding of spray drying, blending and canning operations; continuous improvement mindset; project leadership; ability to influence stakeholders.

Leading maintenance team · Planning maintenance activities · Resolving equipment breakdowns

Mechanical or Electrical NZQA Level 4 trade or equivalent; CMMS software experience; strong coaching, planning, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Providing customer service · Processing bookings · Welcoming guests

Previous customer service, hospitality, or tourism experience; strong communication and interpersonal skills; cash handling; attention to detail; computer skills; flexibility for weekends, public holidays, and varying shifts.

Leading team · Managing operations · Controlling stock

3+ yrsProven hospitality leadership experience, strong people leadership, customer service, stock management, budgeting, administration, Microsoft Office, accounting/purchasing systems, barista skills, LCQ and GM Certificate preferred, NZQA hospitality qualification or 3+ years experience, availability for rotating 7-day roster.

Providing administrative support · Managing reception duties · Processing files

Full New Zealand driver licence; NZ citizen, resident permit holder, Australian citizen or Australian resident with current Resident Return Visa; office administration experience; Microsoft Office suite proficiency; strong communication and organizational skills.

Managing information · Supporting SharePoint · Improving governance

2+ yrs2-3 years' experience in information management, records management, Microsoft 365 or SharePoint administration; strong SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive skills; understanding of information governance and legislative requirements; criminal check required.

Processing financial transactions · Preparing reconciliations · Supporting budgeting

5+ yrsFormal qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce; CA or CPA preferred; 5+ years finance experience; 12+ months supervisory experience; independent work ability; strong communication and analytical skills.

Styling eyewear · Serving customers · Personalizing frames

No prior experience required; optical experience ideal but not required; must be customer-focused and willing to learn; part-time 10 hours per week.

Managing dairy operations · Supervising farm staff · Ensuring animal health

Good dairy farming experience including milking, animal health, pasture management, and calving; strong focus on animal care and safety; good communication and team-first attitude; confidence using farm records or willingness to learn; current full New Zealand driver's licence; unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand; must pass drug/alcohol test and criminal background check.

Styling eyewear · Assisting customers · Providing service

No prior experience required; optical experience ideal but not required; must provide exceptional customer service and be open to training.

Controlling pests · Maintaining equipment · Monitoring crops

Full driver's license essential; tertiary qualification in horticulture preferred or relevant experience; forkhoist license preferred; IPM and spray experience desirable; eligibility to work in New Zealand required; drug test and security check required.

Maintaining facilities · Assisting visitors · Managing bookings

Experience in field delivery work, generator and water pump operation, current First Aid certificate, conservation knowledge, carpentry and facilities maintenance, customer service, physical fitness, valid full New Zealand driver's licence, and NZ work visa.

Leading frontline teams · Managing operations · Ensuring service delivery

Experience leading operational teams; background in security, facilities, logistics, transport or similar; strong communication and relationship management; full New Zealand driver licence; commitment to safety and customer service.

Driving digital growth · Managing customer acquisition · Optimizing marketing campaigns

Proven success in digital growth, lead generation, and pipeline outcomes; expertise in paid media, SEO/AI search, marketing automation, CRM, and analytics; experience across international markets; managing agencies and budgets.

Providing strategic advice · Coordinating communications · Managing ministerial servicing

Senior leadership role as principal strategic communications adviser to the Executive Regional Director; requires experience in complex, fast-moving environments and coordination of strategic communications, ministerial servicing, and media issues.

Supporting client renewals · Preparing premium calculations · Maintaining client data

Customer-first mentality, proactive problem-solving, strong organizational skills, autonomy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.

Responding to enquiries · Managing policies · Resolving complaints

Customer service experience in contact centre, retail, hospitality, insurance or similar; excellent communication and problem-solving skills; Microsoft Office and customer management systems experience; ability to handle difficult conversations.

Welcoming guests · Cleaning cinemas · Supporting operations

Valid working rights in New Zealand; flexible availability including weekends, evenings, public holidays, and school holidays; customer-focused attitude; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Picking tomatoes · De-leafing vines · Packing produce

No prior horticulture experience needed; full training provided. Must be physically fit, able to lift up to 25kg, work in warm glasshouse, reliable, and have proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Providing governance advice · Preparing agendas and minutes · Supporting hearings

3+ yrsBachelor-level qualification or equivalent experience; 3-5 years relevant professional experience; experience providing advice, interpreting legislation, or managing complex processes; strong written communication and relationship management skills.

Managing telematics platform · Supporting stakeholders · Coordinating suppliers

Experience with telematics, fleet technology, or transport systems; ability to manage support requests and stakeholder enquiries; strong data management and troubleshooting skills; proficiency in Microsoft 365 and enterprise systems.

Leading electricity projects · Managing project budgets · Coordinating resources

Proven project management experience in electricity, utilities or infrastructure; knowledge of engineering design and construction; commercial acumen; experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams; strong Microsoft Office and MS Project skills.

Overseeing daily operations · Coaching team members · Driving sales targets

Experience in a senior sales assistant, full-time, or leadership support role (e.g., Key Holder, Supervisor, 3IC, ASM); proactive attitude; passion for team development; ability to drive sales and meet performance targets; familiarity with stock management and visual merchandising.

Leading team · Driving sales · Coaching staff

Previous leadership experience in retail, ability to achieve sales and KPIs, experience coaching a team, visual merchandising from a brief, and a genuine customer experience focus.

Providing clinical leadership · Coordinating patient flow · Supporting staff development

5+ yrsRegistered health professional with current annual practicing certificate; 5+ years postgraduate mental health experience; full driver's licence; leadership experience preferred; understanding of clinical governance and evidence-based practice.

Managing supply plans · Raising purchase orders · Monitoring supplier performance

Experience in procurement, supply planning, materials planning or supply chain; FMCG, dairy, manufacturing or industrial environment; strong MRP and ERP systems understanding; supplier and risk management; analytical, planning, problem-solving, stakeholder management and communication skills.

Managing appointments · Maintaining patient records · Supporting clinic operations

2+ yrs2+ years health administration and reception experience; strong patient management system experience (ideally Indici); knowledge of medical terminology; excellent digital skills including Microsoft Office; strong English; legal right to work in NZ.