Team Leader- Nightshift at Silver Fern Farms External Careers Site - 2022

Dargaville, Northland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, People Management, Production Coordination, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Continuous Improvement, Organization, Teamwork

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Te Tūranga /About the Role: Silver Fern Farms Dargaville is recruiting a Team Leader for their Primary Butchery. You will be joining a team of three team leaders, looking after 46 production staff, with the support of a Department Team Leader. This role is nightshift, with hours between 2.30pm and 12.30am, of 45 hours per week. As a Team Leader, you will have responsibility and accountability for the department and its outcomes. You will play a critical part in ensuring team members know and understand what’s expected and how the team’s production output contributes to the overall departmental production targets. You will provide inspirational leadership to the team which enables the highest of standards to be set and builds a team culture which embraces and values respect, safety, accountability, and teamwork. Ōu Pūkenga /About You: * Are passionate about delivering to high standards and being the best * Enjoy and are experienced at leading people successfully and helping them grow * Enjoy teamwork and tackle challenges with a positive mindset * Are committed to never staying the same (continuous improvement) Your previous experience in coordination and organisation will be essential. This department is fast paced in nature so adaptability and problem solving are important attributes to have. Te Ahurea /Why work at Silver Fern Farms? Silver Fern Farms are all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it and the impact it can have. That Goodness is created through the work of our People, the skill & expertise of our Farmers and our customers around the globe. ‘Goodness’ is also about being good to people and communities, animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment. For you, we offer discounted staff meat sales, paid sick leave from the date of employment (no waiting for the 6-month anniversary required), and confidential employee assistance with career planning, financial advice and counselling. There’s the bonus of free on-site parking and uniform provided. Tono Mai /To Apply: If you are passionate excited at the prospect of joining one of New Zealand’s largest red meat exporters, apply today. We assess applications as they are received so don’t delay. Click on ‘Apply’ below to submit your application. Applications close 14 July 2026. Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 46 production staff in the Primary Butchery department during the nightshift to meet production targets. Ensure high standards of safety, accountability, and respect while fostering a positive team culture.