Trade Assistant

WM New Zealand; Dairy Flat; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Sustainability impact with meaningful/

Full-time employment

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a motivated Trade Assistant to join our team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support skilled tradespeople while keeping our site running smoothly and safely.

You’ll work outdoors, enjoy practical, hands-on tasks, and be part of a team focused on safety and reliability. A NZ Class 1 Driver’s Licence and a willingness to learn are valued; no formal qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• NZ Class 1 Driver's Licence.
• Outdoors and physically able.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a strong team player.
• Keen to learn new skills and take on a variety of tasks.
• Have the stamina for manual work; experience with tools, construction, landscaping or similar is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining the site.
• Washing bins and equipment.
• Assisting tradespeople with various tasks.
• Loading and unloading materials and tools.
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Carrying out basic maintenance such as painting, minor repairs and landscaping.
• Operating hand tools and power tools as required.
• Following health and safety protocols, including wearing PPE.
• Completing other duties as directed by supervisor or project manager

Skills

Hands-on

Safety-conscious

Team player

Willing to learn

Physical stamina

Positive attitude

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

Company Description

WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

About us

WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

Job Description

We’re looking for a motivated Trade Assistant to join our team. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, and you’ll be supporting skilled tradespeople while keeping our site running smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining the site
• Washing bins and equipment
• Assisting tradespeople with various tasks
• Loading and unloading materials and tools
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy, and safe
• Carrying out basic maintenance such as painting, minor repairs, and landscaping
• Operating hand tools and power tools (as required)
• Following health and safety protocols, including wearing PPE
• Completing other duties as directed by your supervisor or project manager

Qualifications

You’ll bring a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed. This role is a great fit if you:

• A valid NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence
• Enjoy working outdoors and being hands-on
• Are reliable, safety-conscious, and a strong team player
• Are keen to learn new skills and take on a variety of tasks
• Have the physical stamina for manual work
• Have some experience with tools, construction, landscaping, or similar work (a bonus, but not essential)

No formal qualification/certificates needed!

Additional Information

What we offer

• A supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
• Opportunity to make a difference in sustainability and waste reduction.
• Stable, full-time employment with a well-recognised company.

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa / residency or NZ citizenship.