Mushroom Technician

We are seeking 5 mushroom technicians to join our team as soon as possible.
- Based in Waikato area, New Zealand.
- Employment type: Permanent/full time, be able to start from 7:00am and must be able to work weekends and holiday period

Guaranteed hours of wrok per week: Minimum 30 hours

Pay rate: Minimum $29.66/hour, Maximum $32.00/hour

**Key tasks**

Labour tasks required of both traditional and modern mushroom farming practices.
- Knowledge of both indoor and outdoor operations including machinery and equipment maintenance.
- To assist in other areas of mushroom operations as required.
- Comply with current Health & Safety practises.
- Attend tool box and general staff meetings when required.
- Any other duties as directed by management.

**Key expectations**:

- At least 2 years mushroom technician experience.
- A commitment to being reliable and having a positive attitude.
- Have good time management skills, be well organised and capable of multitasking.
- Be able to work effectively in a team as well as individually. Be comfortable using power tools.
- Have a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and presentable appearance.
- Hard-working, punctual, and a positive “can do” attitude.
- Be physically fit including being comfortable standing all day if needed and have a willingness to learn.
- Be confident working autonomously and have a high level of personal hygiene given the food safety requirements and be Health & Safety conscious.
- Have the necessary skills in the use of all associated tools, machines, materials and equipment need to complete tasks.

No criminal record

Need to be NZ Citizens/Residents

The employees in this role will be required to comply with company's health & Safety rules and procedures, Operational procedures, and all specific instructions.

We expect employees in this rile to be capable of completing the work given to him/her in a thorough and competent manner, and in a time frame that is acceptable to the industry and the employer.