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Administration Coordinator

Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

We are looking for an administration coordinator to work in our Timaru branch. The position is full time, working 45 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5.30pm. It would suit someone who has a positive and proactive approach, and who enjoys taking responsibility for achieving great results within a varied and busy role.

To be successful in this role you need to be reliable, conscientious, and a willingness to be flexible in order to support other administration duties.

The position requires applicants to have:

  • Microsoft Office skills, including skills in using Excel
  • Excellent spoken English
  • A mature and professional attitude
  • Excellent time management
  • A current clean driver’s license

Duties include:

  • Customer service
  • Data entry and record keeping
  • Maintaining administration processes and systems
  • Providing administrative support in other area’s of the business
  • Scheduling advance bookings
  • Reception duties

This position will initially begin as a temporary role with the intention for it to become permanent if mutually agreed.

You will need to undergo a pre-employment drug test, complete a Ministry of Justice check and provide 2 x recent references.

Please send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or contact me on 027 3660621 to enquire further.

To be considered you must live locally or intend to be living in the region. Overseas applicants or those requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

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Automotive Technician with Inspector qualification

Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

Are you a qualified automotive technician or have a proven background in mechanics? Do you enjoy working on a diverse range of Vehicles?

Our client is looking for their next automotive technician to join their specialised team in Geraldine. They are well known for their elite service of all motor vehicles. You will hold either a current qualification or have a proven background in mechanics, with experience in electronic systems, diagnostic scanning equipment and be able to carry out all mechanical repairs unsupervised. The latest in diagnostic and re-coding equipment is used and up to date training is supplied.

The successful applicants will require:

  • Qualification in automotive mechanics or a background in mechanics
  • Diagnostic, mechanical and electric and knowledge
  • Passion for vehicles all shapes and sizes
  • Good customer service skills
  • A broad skill base across servicing and repairing
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Quality workmanship, neat and tidy

Please note, only those who are NZ residents or have an open work visa may apply, overseas applicants will not be responded to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone 027 3660621 for a chat.

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Class 5 Driver

Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

Our client is experiencing a growth period and now needs an additional Class 5 driver to join the crew.

They run a fleet of vehicles for the services below:

  • Hydrovac
  • Water blasting
  • Septic tank and farm services
  • CCTV

The hours will vary but a usual week will be in excess of 50+, you will need to be physically fit and willing to work extra hours and rostered weekends as required.

Please send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or contact me on 027 3660621 to enquire further.

Overseas applicants will not be responded you. You will need to a New Zealand resident or have the appropriate working visa to be considered

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Flooring Installer

Monday, July 1st, 2024

This is an awesome opportunity to join a well-established trade services company in Timaru. We are on the lookout for an experienced flooring installer! This role would suit someone with experience in laying carpet, vinyl and carpet tiles.

The successful candidate will

  • have experience in flooring installations including floor preps
  • be able to read site plans and drawings
  • be reliable, flexible, and adaptable to changing needs
  • be self-motivated and able to work independently when required
  • be physically fit and strong

Hours will be 7:00am – 5:00pm approx. 45 hours / week. Given the physical nature of this role you will need to be free from any back, or knee injuries.

Send in your CV to christa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me at 027 6888367 to know more about the role!

** Please note, we do not offer sponsorship, Ministry of Justice background checks apply and you may be required to undergo a Pre-Employment Drug test. Only those who are a NZ resident or have the relevant work visa may apply. Overseas applicants will not be responded to***

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Casual workers wanted!

Monday, July 1st, 2024

Are you looking for a little extra pocket money? Do you like the variety and flexibility of temporary work?

Maybe you already have a part time job and are wanting casual work on your days off or maybe you are a parent looking to pick up some extra $$$ while the kids are away from home. Whatever your circumstances are casual work can be a great opportunity to work and gain experience in different industries.

At Personnel Placements we offer a range of casual employment opportunities within many different industries, whether it be factory work, gardening, civil labouring or office work.

We are looking for reliable and trustworthy individuals located in or around the Ashburton who are wanting some casual work. You will need reliable transport to get to work and be willing to undergo a MOJ check and pre employment drug test.

If you are interested, we want to hear from you! Apply below or contact Lucie on 027 627 2678, lucie@personnelplacements.co.nz for more information.

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Class 2/Forklift Driver

Monday, July 1st, 2024

We are looking for someone who is physically fit, reliable and keen to work. You will hold a Class 2 and Forklift licence with an OSH endorsement and have relevant experience.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday 7:00am to 4:30pm, however flexibility may be required during peaks and troughs.

You will be responsible for transporting building materials and supplies with a Class 2 truck from the yard, to site and back. Along with this you will be operating a forklift to unload/load the truck. As a part of your duties you will also ensure that the yard and working area is kept in a tidy condition.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds the above licences,
  • Is experienced with operating machinery,
  • Is able to complete a Ministry of Justice check,
  • Is physically fit,
  • Can pass a pre employment drug test.

If you meet the following requirements and are interested in this role then apply NOW! or contact Lucie for more information, 027 627 2678, lucie@personnelplacements.co.nz.

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Hybrid Crop Staff

Monday, July 1st, 2024
  • Do you have a keen eye for detail?
  • Are you healthy and injury free?
  • Want to get fit?

We are starting early to build our local team of staff, work will begin in early September and hit its peak in mid October. The role entails walking through hybrid crops all over Mid Canterbury, removing the rogue male/female plants to help our growers gain perfection in their export crops.

We take pride in the fact that every hybrid crop our crews’ tended last season were all certified first time round.

The ideal applicants will bring the following attributes:

  • The desire to learn and obtain new skills
  • The ability to work harmoniously in a team environment
  • Excellent attention to detail No drivers licence is required as you only need to get yourself to our Moore Street office each morning, however, a full, clean Driver Licence could place your application at an advantage.

If you are looking for other work, we do have other roles that might suit you. To register your interest for this position, please apply now including your CV. (If you don’t have a CV please email a bit about yourself and your work experiences)

Personnel Placements specialises in temporary and permanent placements in a range of industries within the Mid Canterbury region, but more than that we look to place the right candidate with the right clients to increase your chance of long-term work.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

For more information contact Michelle on 03 308 9675 or send your application to agjobs@personnelplacements.co.nz.

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Machine Operator / Bagger Stacker

Monday, July 1st, 2024

We are on the lookout for an injury free, responsible person to join a great team in a local seed processing plant. Your duties will include; tipping bulk bins of seed into the hopper with a forklift (if certified), calibrating the chemical mix, monitoring the machine while in operation, and bagging off the finished product – so there is some heavy lifting involved in this role.

The ideal candidate will bring the following experience and attributes:

  • Ability to think on your feet and use your initiative.
  • Be physically fit and be able to handle manual lifting duties.
  • Good communication skills
  • Be able to work in a team environment but also individually and unsupervised.
  • Having a drivers license and your own reliable transport is essential.
  • If you are a competent computer user it may place your application at an advantage

If you have any/all the above experience and attributes, please apply now.

Applicants for this position MUST have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Ministry of Justice and ACC checks apply. Applicants must also be drug free and willing to undergo a pre-employment drug test.

Personnel Placements specialises in temporary and permanent placements in a range of industries within the Mid Canterbury region, but more than that we look to place the right candidate with the right clients to increase your chance of long-term work.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Contact Michelle or Gaye on 03 308 9675 for more information or send your application to agjobs@personnelplacements.co.nz.

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Temporary Port Work

Friday, May 10th, 2024

Our client requires labour support on the wharf. Work hours are usually one to two 12-hour shift per week, day shift and night shift available.

The successful candidate should:

– Be physically fit and able to follow instructions.

– Have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

– Have reliable transport to and from the Port location.

– Be drug and alcohol free.

– Have flexibility in your attitude and most of all be reliable!

Send in your CV to christa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me at 027 6888367 to know more about the role!

All applicants will be subject to a Ministry of Justice background check and onsite random drug test will be undertaken.

** Please note, we do not offer sponsorship, only those who are NZ residents or hold an appropriate work visa may be considered. Overseas applicants will not be responded to.***

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Qualified Engineer

Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

Our client is experiencing a growth period and are now on the lookout for an Engineer that thrives on a challenge and is always willing to step up and do what it takes to get the job done. Alternatively you might be a builder, mechanic, electrician, or similar trade looking to make a career change.

You will have a proven background in your trade of choice, however preference will be given to someone with exceptional welding skills and general engineering background. Our client covers all engineering needs, from custom and one-off pieces to prototypes, and light, or heavy fabrication jobs, with a diverse customer base from transport and primary industries to manufacturing and food processing,

Hours of work will be 7.00am – 4.30pm, overtime will apply after this, there may be weekend work at times as required.

You will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test as well as random workplace testing. Ministry of Justice background checks apply.

This vacancy is open to NZ citizens, residents, and those with the relevant Open Work Visas. Please note we will not consider or respond to anyone that does not have the legal right to work in NZ.

Please email your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone 027 3660621 for a chat.

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Forklift Operator

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

Our client is a well-known and reputable company that pride themselves on providing a healthy work/life balance for their employees. They have a strong commitment to the Health & Safety of their staff as well as being known as a great place to work. They have a small but highly productive team.

We are on the lookout for a skilled forklift operator, ideally you will have prior warehousing experience and be able to stack frames confidently four high with precision. Previous freezer work would be an advantage. You will be processing inwards good, staging, picking orders amongst other duties as required.

As well as a skilled operator, you will need to be accurate with paperwork with a high attention to detail.

If this sounds like you then get in touch now! Contact me either by email lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me on 0273660621

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Experienced Security/Alarm Technician – WANAKA!!

Monday, March 4th, 2024

** WANAKA **

If joining a reputable company with unlimited opportunity appeals to you then get in touch with me asap! We have an opportunity for the right person to join a longstanding family Business with multiple branches across the South Island with a flawless reputation in their industry.

They are a locally owned and operated Alarm Installation Company; a specialist in their field to provide security, alarm solutions and access control systems to both the commercial and residential markets. They also install automated vehicle and pedestrian gates, camera systems, surveillance and CCTV.

We are seeking an experienced Technician with a minimum of 2 years proven experience. You will have your full Class 1 licence minimum as you will be out and about most of the time managing your work load efficiently and independently.

Your skills and experience should include:
• Two years minimum experience in the Electrical or Alarms industry
• Sound knowledge and experience with key leading brands Paradox, Hikvision, Inner Range,
• High quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Relevant electrical qualifications
• Good time management skills and the ability to run your own jobs
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Good computer literacy

In return you will be given all of the tools of your trade and supported by a small but high functioning .
This business is full of longstanding employees, this is because they are appreciated and reimbursed well for their work.

Why move to Wanaka – there are lots of reasons:

• Enviable work/life balance
• Central location – snow/lakes all within a short drive
• Easy driving access to major towns
• Incredible outdoor lifestyle opportunities
• Active arts, drama and cultural scene

Please send an up to date CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me on 027 3660621

**PLEASE NOTE – OVERSEAS APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE RESPONDED TO – WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**

*Ministry of Justice checks and Pre-employment drug test apply*

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General Labouring Roles

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

We are on the hunt for strong & fit labourers who are looking for opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience in variety of industries! If you are reliable, a team player and have good work ethics, this is for you! We have a wide range of roles to fill, including civil work, warehousing, factory work and manufacturing to name a few. Rates vary depending on skills and experience.

Along with a positive attitude and commitment to safe workplace practices, we will need you to be:

  • Strong and Fit
  • Reliable and willing to learn
  • Good communicators
  • Able to follow instructions
  • having a drivers licence and your own vehicle is ideal but not required, so long as you can get yourself to work each day is fine.

Send in your CV to christa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me at 027 6888300 to know more about the roles! All applicants will be subject to a Ministry of Justice background check and will need to provide 2 recent references.

** Please note, we do not offer sponsorship, Ministry of Justice background checks apply and you may be required to undergo a Pre-Employment Drug test. Only those who are a NZ resident or have the relevant work visa may apply. Overseas applicants will not be responded to***

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Traffic Control Staff

Thursday, December 21st, 2023

We are on the lookout for motivated people who can take initiative and are keen to progress up through the ranks in the business.

With Traffic Control, no day is the same. You will need to be ok with working outdoors in all weathers. Good communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure is key.

Relevant TM qualifications required. Our client is willing to commit the time and resources to your training and up skilling provided you show loyalty and commitment to their business.

In order to be considered you will need to be a NZ resident or hold a relevant visa. MOJ checks apply and you will need to supply two references from your most recent employers where possible.

Please contact me ASAP to learn more by sending your CV through to christa@personnelplacements.co.nz . If you do not have a CV don’t be put off – phone me for a confidential chat on 027 6888300.

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Furniture Removal Staff – Casual / Ongoing Roles!

Thursday, December 14th, 2023

We are on the lookout for people who can assist in furniture removal over the busy holiday period! If you are someone who is reliable and keen to earn some cash over the Christmas break then get in touch to register with us.

You must be:

  • Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy objects.
  • Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Able to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Class 2 drivers licence is an advantage.

All applicants will be subject to a Ministry of Justice background check and will need to provide 2 recent references.

** Please note, we do not offer sponsorship, only those who are a NZ resident or have the relevant work visa will be considered. Overseas applicants will not be responded to. ***

Send your CV to christa@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone me 027 688 8300 to enquire further.

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Abrasive Blaster

Friday, December 1st, 2023

A full time contract opportunity has arisen in Timaru for an Abrasive Blaster/Painter to join a small dedicated team working in a highly specialised area of the industry.

Are you…

• Hard working and eager to learn?
• Conscientious, punctual and respectful?
• Fit and strong?
• Able to work long hours, away from home for periods of time?

We have an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to make the move from a ‘job’ to a ‘career’! The role is a longer term temporary role, however if after time you are demonstrating a good work ethic, you may be offered a permanent position.

Our client is looking for someone to join their team of Abrasive Blasters/Painters. The successful candidate will be working across a number of industries, including sand blasting, spray painting and rust proofing fishing boats. You will be working away from home at times (up to two weeks away) at the Hydro Stations. This is a physical role and you will need to be free from any neck/back injuries.

This is a business with a great commitment to their staff. They are willing to take someone under their wing and give them the training and guidance to make them a success in this role. Prove yourself as an asset to this team, and you will be rewarded very well.

All applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment drug testing and a Ministry of Justice Check.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Overseas applicants will not be responded to.

Please send your cv to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone me 027 366 0621 to enquire further.

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Class 5 Driver/Store person

Tuesday, October 31st, 2023

Our client is looking for a Class 5 driver to join their team. They run their own fleet to service the logistics of the their Third Party Warehouses around Timaru. There will be a lot of variety within the role, some days may see you back and forth to Christchurch or doing local pickups to return freight back to the warehouse. Other days you may be on the Forklift or helping out in the store where required.

They have a culture that they proudly stand behind, their employees are valued and are rewarded with a healthy work/life balance – this is rare in the transport industry!

Required attributes:
• Reliable with good work ethic
• Flexible and able to adapt to varied duties
• Exceptional team player
• Happy to pitch in where required in the store

Hours of work will vary base on your schedule for the day, averaging between 40-50. There will be the occasional weekend where you will be required to work to unload vessels.

All applicants will need to undergo a Pre-employment drug test and subject to a Ministry of Justice background check.

You will need to have the legal right to work in NZ, Overseas applicants will not be considered or responded to.

If you’re interested in this role or you would like to hear about the other work opportunities we have available please send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me on 027 3660621.

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Labourer/Forklift Operator required for Cool Store

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Our client is now winding into the busy season and needing staff to help in the warehouse. They have multiple warehouse sites and you will be working between them all. This is a physical role that will include hand stacking containers for export product amongst other general warehouse tasks. You could be a school leaver or just looking to make a change from your current job to join a great team.

Hours of work are 6.00am to 2.30pm Monday to Friday. Forklift licence preferred but not essential.

They pride themselves on having an amazing team culture and as such it is vital that the people who join their team bring the same enthusiasm and above all must have a good attitude and willing to pitch in where needed.

You will need to have a clean driver’s licence and be free from criminal convictions.

Please contact me ASAP to register your interest 027 3660621 or send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz

Overseas applicants will not be considered, you must hold a current work visa and be eligible to work in NZ

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Class 2, 4, 5 with WTR drivers required

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

We have a range of clients on the look out for skilled Class 2/4/5 drivers – additional bonus if you have your Wheels/Tracks/Rollers.

In order to be considered you will need to meet the following criteria:

• Physically fit and capable of manual labour
• Excellent work ethic
• Proven NZ driving experience
• Be willing to work overtime as required
• Be able to pass a Pre-employment drug test

Personnel Placements offers you a good opportunity to get your foot in the door with a wide range of clients across the region. These roles are often not advertised – being registered with us means we will contact you in the first instance before appearing on Trade Me/Seek.

All applicants will be subject to a Ministry of Justice background check and will need to provide 2 recent references .

In order to qualify you must be a NZ Citizen/Resident or hold a valid working visa. We do not offer sponsorship and therefore will not be responding to overseas applicants.

Please send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz to register your interest. Alternatively you can phone me on 027 3660621 for a confidential chat.

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