Apprentice Plumber: Hands-On Maintenance & Learning

Silver Fern Farms Ltd; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff meat sales

Paid sick leave from day one

Subsidised health insurance

Confidential employee assistance

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

Silver Fern Farms Ltd is seeking an Apprentice Plumber to join the maintenance team at our Finegand site in New Zealand. You will assist a qualified Plumber with plumbing and drainage tasks, helping keep production running smoothly while supporting repairs and installations.

Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience, strong practical skills, and a willingness to learn and grow through an apprenticeship, with a focus on safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a trade, plumbing support, maintenance, or mechanical environment.
• Strong practical skills with tools, equipment, and basic repair work.
• Solid problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and complete an apprenticeship.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Keep things flowing: assist with maintenance and repair of plumbing, drainage, and hygiene equipment across the site.
• Learn and build: support new installations, upgrades, and basic sheet-metal or fabrication tasks.
• Champion safety: follow safe work practices, use tools correctly, and support a strong health and safety culture.
• Collaborate and contribute: work closely with the maintenance team to complete tasks and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Practical skills with tools

Problem solving

Team player

Strong communication

Commitment to safety

Job description

Silver Fern Farms Ltd is seeking an Apprentice Plumber to join the maintenance team at our Finegand site in New Zealand. You will assist a qualified Plumber with plumbing and drainage tasks, helping keep production running smoothly while supporting repairs and installations.

Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience, strong practical skills, and a willingness to learn and grow through an apprenticeship, with a focus on safety and collaboration.