Marlborough

This is a hands-on role that requires someone with an eye for detail and who is quality conscious. Experience in the food industry is an advantage but not essential as training will be provided.

This position is full-time, working day shifts (6am-2.30pm) and night shifts (3.45pm-12am) Monday to Friday with some Saturday work required. This position begins in September.

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In this role, you'll be operating the grading machine which will involve:

• size grade products
• label graded product
• correctly and accurately complete grading documentation
• ensure adequate stocks of graded product are available for production
• accurate weighing and recording of waste product removed from production line/grader.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, have great attention to detail, and be able to work unsupervised and in a team. Holding a forklift license and OSH certification would be an advantage but is not essential.

This position is full-time, working Monday to Friday with some Saturday work required.

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On the water, on the road or in a plant, the Nelson Tasman and Marlborough regions currently have jobs in the seafood industry.

The industry offers a range of roles, options for flexible working hours, a stable and secure income, and opportunities to advance within the industry.

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Find a Job is for anyone looking for work – you don’t have to be on a benefit. If you find a job you’re interested in, contact Work and Income to be put in touch with the employer.  

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To get into the forestry industry, you could study forest operations or forestry management at Toi-Ohomai Institute of Technology.

There are also industry training courses for people who are already in the forestry industry and want to gain more skills, or for employers wanting to upskill their staff.

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Students will learn practical tasks to gain an entry-level role in the viticulture industry and skills and knowledge to contribute safely and effectively in the workplace.

This qualification complements NMIT’s New Zealand Certificate in Cellar Operations (Level 3) and will give an understanding of the practices and skills involved in both viticulture and winemaking.

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Click on the link below to find the field of study and type of qualification to interest you. Qualifications range from certificate level 1-3 to doctorates.

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This workshop covers:

• what is GST
• GST Registration
• record keeping-cash book
• basic adjustments
• GST filing
• online services.

When: Thursday 5 August, 1.30pm
Where: NMIT, 85 Budge Street, Blenheim

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This IRD workshop provides support for those wanting to start a business, come and learn about:

• working smarter with IRD online services
• business structures
• income tax
• expenses you can claim
• record keeping and more.

They'll provide you with an overview of the IRD website and introduce you to some of their key tools and resources. This will make it easier to manage your tax obligations.

When: Thursday 9 September, 10am
Where: NMIT, 85 Budge Street, Blenheim

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Marlborough Chamber of Commerce partners with Nelson Regional Development Agency to deliver the RBP programme.

Through the RBP, businesses can get training to improve their business management skills, seek support for research and development, and have one-to-one mentoring.

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When: Wednesday 4 August, 5:15-7pm
Where: Wesley Centre, 3 Henry St, Blenehim

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