Silver Fern Farms is hiring a Cleaner Job in New Zealand for its Hokitika processing site on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. This role is ideal for energetic and hardworking individuals who want stable work, good pay, and long-term opportunities. The cleaner position plays an important role in maintaining hygiene, safety, and quality standards within the processing facility. No previous experience is required, as full training is provided. If you enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to work evening or night shifts, this role offers a great opportunity to build a career with one of New Zealand’s leading food companies.
About The Company
Silver Fern Farms is New Zealand’s market leader in quality red meat production, supplying customers in more than 60 countries worldwide. The Hokitika site is the only processing facility on the West Coast and employs over 120 team members during peak season. Located close to the coastline and town centre, it offers a relaxed lifestyle, short commute times, and easy access to outdoor activities.
The company is purpose-led and focused on Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Silver Fern Farms invests in its people by providing training, career development, and a supportive working environment. The organisation values teamwork, safety, continuous improvement, and employee wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning duties across the processing site
- Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards at all times
- Safely handle and use chemical cleaning products
- Follow health, safety, and quality compliance requirements
- Work closely with team members during cleaning operations
- Ensure work areas are clean, safe, and audit-ready
- Complete tasks efficiently during assigned evening or night shifts
Job Requirements
- No previous cleaning experience required
- Must be 18 years or older
- Eligible to work in New Zealand
- Able to understand and follow safety and quality procedures
- Physically fit and able to meet job demands
- Willing to work evening and night shifts
- Able to pass pre-employment medical checks
- Able to pass criminal convictions and drug screening checks
Required Skills and Attributes
- Positive and hardworking attitude
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Good attention to detail
- Reliable and punctual
- Willingness to learn and follow instructions
- Commitment to workplace safety and hygiene standards
Benefits and What’s on Offer
- Minimum pay of $28.82 per hour, plus extras
- Usually 30 hours per week, with overtime opportunities
- Full on-the-job training provided
- All work clothing and safety gear supplied
- Discounted staff meat sales
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Safe, supportive, and drug-free work environment
