Te Awamutu - Part Time Trade Team Member

Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hardware retailer in New Zealand is seeking a motivated individual for a part-time role focused on excellent customer service. The position involves assisting customers with timber and building product knowledge, handling enquiries, and maintaining the store environment. Applicants should possess outstanding service skills, a valid driver's license, and be physically fit for lifting duties. This role offers a minimum of 26 hours per week with potential for full-time hours in the future.

Qualifications

• Hold a Clean Full Licence.
• Exercises honesty and fairness in all areas.
• Be physically fit as some heavy lifting is involved.

Responsibilities

• Handle customer enquiries and provide outstanding customer service.
• Assist customers with timber and building product knowledge.
• Support stock handling and display of products in the TRADE Department.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Skills

Outstanding customer service skills

Knowledge of timber and building products

Excellent time management skills

Job description

Overview

At Mitre 10 MEGA Te Awamutu we’re more than just a hardware store — we’re a trusted trade partner and the largest home improvement retailer in New Zealand. Proudly Kiwi-owned, our stores are backed by strong national networks, cutting-edge systems, and industry-leading training, while maintaining a close-knit, community-driven culture. Our high performing and award-winning TRADE Department plays a key role in supporting New Zealand’s construction and building industries, supplying everything from structural materials to finishing products. After a successful year of growth in a challenging market we are now on the hunt for a fit and motivated person to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Handle customer enquiries and provide outstanding customer service.
• Assist customers with timber and building product knowledge.
• Support stock handling and display of products in the TRADE Department.
• Assist with general shop duties and maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Clean Full Licence
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Exercises honesty and fairness in all areas
• Excellent time management skills
• Be physically fit as some heavy lifting is involved
• Knowledge of timber and building products would be an advantage

Position details

This is a part-time permanent position working a minimum of 26 hours per week on a fixed roster, with potential to become a 40-hour role in the future.

Roster

• Monday 09:30am – 06:00pm (30 minutes unpaid for meals)
• Tuesday 06:45am – 01:15pm (30 minutes unpaid for meals)
• Thursday 06:45am – 01:15pm (30 minutes unpaid for meals)
• Friday 06:45am – 01:15pm (30 minutes unpaid for meals)

How to apply

If this role sounds like you, and you would like the opportunity to become part of a dynamic team committed to providing exceptional customer service, please apply online through the link below.