Slaughter Labourer

Crusader Meats; Waikato; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Job summary

Crusader Meats NZ Ltd is offering fixed-term seasonal Labourer roles in Benneydale, commencing November 2026 and running to April/May 2027. A minimum of 60 hours per fortnight is guaranteed. Remuneration ranges from $23.95 to $30 per hour, depending on skill and training.

Applicants must be NZ residents or have NZ work rights and pass a pre-employment drug screen. Roles involve duties in the slaughter room including packing, meat processing, carcass handling, hygiene and compliance with EU

Qualifications

• Physically fit to meet the demands of the position.
• At least 3 seasons of relevant work experience (Labourer/Factory Worker/cleaner or related) in the past 6 years, preferably in meat processing.
• Hold a current New Zealand driver’s licence (or equivalent International Licence) and have a reliable vehicle.
• Be able to speak and understand spoken and written English.
• Be prepared to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Residents/citizens of New Zealand or those with current NZ work rights or able to secure visa.

Responsibilities

• Processing offal and packaging.
• Processing and packaging meat.
• Moving carcasses to chillers and freezers.
• Removing wool and cleaning carcasses.
• Cleaning and sanitising equipment and work areas.
• Collecting and removing bins containing bones.
• Preparing and boxing cartons to meet EU standards.
• Tubing, packing and scanning products.

Job description

Fixed term seasonal roles commencing November 2026 Life insurance benefits for qualifying employees Join the team at Crusader Meats in Benneydale

Crusader Meats NZ Ltd is a progressive Meat Export Company located just out of Benneydale. We have an excellent reputation for quality and service.

We have 20-30 vacancies for reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking people to join our team as Labourers in our Slaughter room.

Applicants must be physically fit to satisfy the demands of the position. In return we offer benefits above legislation entitlements for qualifying employees.

This is a full-time fixed term position during our peak season commencing in November 2026 and ending in April/May 2027. A minimum of 60 hours per fortnight is guaranteed and successful applicants will be remunerated between $23.95 - $30 per hour depending on skill and previous training/experience.

The duties include but are not limited to :

• Processing offal and packaging
• Processing and packaging meat
• Moving carcasses to chillers and freezers
• Removing wool and cleaning carcasses
• Clean and sanitise equipment and work areas
• Collect and remove bins containing bones
• Prepare and line cartons to meet EU standards
• Tubing, packing and scanning products

The right candidate must :

• Hold a current New Zealand driver's licence or an equivalent International License and have a reliable vehicle.
• Be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Have at least 3 seasons of relevant work experience as a Labourer, Factory Worker, Cleaner or related field in the past 6 years, preferably in the meat industry.
• Be able to speak and understand spoken and written English.
• The candidate should have an understanding of industry hygiene standards, biosecurity protocols and food safety regulations.

Normal hours of work for these positions are Monday to Friday 6.50am to 5:30pm, with some Saturday work required over peak season.

Applicants are required to be New Zealand residents/citizens or those who hold current New Zealand work rights or ability to secure the correct visa.