Produce Assistant (Parental Cover)

Our Wellington Fresh Produce Team is seeking a night Produce Assistant to join the team on a full-time basis for a 10-month parental leave cover.

As part of a dynamic group, you will help pick, prepare and pack fresh vegetables and fruits according to customer orders.

Position snapshot:

Starting 1 June 2026
Location: William Durant Drive, Trentham, Wellington
full-time role, fixed term until 31/03/2027
Roster: Sunday-Friday, 05:00 pm to 03.00 am
The Job: In this role, you will work with fresh produce (fruits and vegetables), pulling, weighing, and packing supplies, as well as assisting in stocking and other warehouse duties. Your main tasks will include:

Picking, weighing and packing orders
Assisting in dispatching orders
Cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce
Monitoring product quality before packaging by closely inspecting
Operating machines to peel, core, slice, and dice fruits and vegetables
Handling and restocking inventory
Receiving and storing products
Performing some heavy lifting (up to 20 kg)
Monitoring product quality by inspecting items before packaging
Cleaning work areas and maintaining general housekeeping
Strictly adhering to food safety standards and health and safety protocols
The Person: We are looking for someone who can work independently to achieve results. Our Produce department operates in a temperature-controlled environment, so you should be comfortable in a cold setting and physically fit for some heavy lifting.

Ideal Candidate will have:

Relevant experience in the fresh produce industry or warehousing/pick pack roles
Previous work in a chiller and/or depot environment
Reliable transport and flexibility with hours
Clear communication skills
A confident, flexible attitude with attention to detail
Prior NZ experience and knowledge of basic food ingredients
Be physically fit and capable of heavy lifting
Possess intermediate literacy and numeracy skills
Current forklift license beneficial
Be hardworking, reliable, and demonstrate good work ethics
Have a strong understanding of health and safety requirements
Have reliable transport and the ability to attend shifts as and when required
Interested? If you’re interested in either of these roles, please apply online by attaching a copy of your current CV.

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone, text, or email.

Pre-employment Checks: To ensure a safe and compliant work environment, successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks. These will include satisfactory employment references, government agency verifications (Ministry of Justice and ACC) as well as alcohol and drug testing conducted by an accredited provider for workplace substance testing in New Zealand.

We look forward to your application.