Halal Slaughterman

Silver Fern Farms

Accredited employerPosted 1 week ago

Job Description

Job ID

3473

Expertise

Processing

Location

Dargaville

Employment Type

Process Worker

Apply Before

17/11/2026, 00:00AM

Te Tūranga, About the Role:

Silver Fern Farms Dargaville has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Halal Slaughterman to join our processing team on either day or evening shift.

Our ideal candidate is committed to halal principles, takes pride in their work, and enjoys working in a fast-paced processing environment. You will bring a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and health and safety while supporting the delivery of world-class products to global markets.

Ōu Pūkenga, About You:

The successful candidate will have previous halal processing experience and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, compliance, and teamwork.

NZQA Record of Learning showing achievement of Unit Standards 25926, 21623, and 25927

Previous Halal Slaughterman experience in New Zealand is highly desirable

A practising Muslim with the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Membership of an Islamic Society in New Zealand is preferred

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a small team

A commitment to maintaining halal certification requirements and standards

Previous food handling experience within a manufacturing or processing environment would be advantageous

Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety practices

Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a physically demanding environment

Ability to work overtime and Saturdays when required

Ngā Painga, What We Offer:

At Silver Fern Farms, we value our people and provide a supportive environment where individuals can develop and succeed.

A great team culture that works hard and enjoys what they do

Comprehensive one-on-one training and support

Discounted staff meat sales

Overtime opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and advice

Free on-site parking

Ngā Hāora Mahi, Hours of Work:

This role operates on either a day or evening shift

Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 3:00pm

* Evening Shift: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 12:30am

Saturday work and overtime may be required to meet operational demands.

Te Ahurea, Why Work for Silver Fern Farms?

Silver Fern Farms is all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it, and the impact it can have. That goodness is created through the work of our people, the skill and expertise of our farmers, and our customers around the globe.

Goodness is also about being good to people and communities, supporting animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment. We are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Silver Fern Farms is also committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and drug and alcohol-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is a mandatory part of our recruitment process.

Tono Mai, How to Apply:

If you are a qualified Halal Slaughterman and would like to join one of New Zealand's leading food exporters, we'd love to hear from you.

Click Apply below to submit your application.

Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.

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