Hands-On Apprentice Plumber — Learn & Grow in Maintenance

Silver Fern Farms Limited; Balclutha; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 56,000; 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 Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Plumber to join the maintenance team at the Finegand site in Otago. The role supports a qualified Plumber with plumbing and drainage tasks across the site to keep production running smoothly.

The position emphasizes practical problem solving, safety, and teamwork, with involvement in installations and repairs as part of ongoing improvements. No Plumbing Registration is required at start, but apprenticeship learning is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on experience in a trade or maintenance environment.
• Strong practical skills with tools and basic repair work.
• Good communication and ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Keep things flowing - assist with the 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

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Safety culture

Attention to detail

Job description

Silver Fern Farms Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Plumber to join the maintenance team at the Finegand site in Otago. The role supports a qualified Plumber with plumbing and drainage tasks across the site to keep production running smoothly.

The position emphasizes practical problem solving, safety, and teamwork, with involvement in installations and repairs as part of ongoing improvements. No Plumbing Registration is required at start, but apprenticeship learning is encouraged.