Wairarapa Mill - Shift Team Leader
- LocationMasterton, Wairarapa, New Zealand
- Work typeOn-site
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted2 November 2026
- SourceJnl's careers page (BambooHR)
Live checkFirst seen 6 days ago; still listed on Jnl's careers page 16 min ago.
At a glance
- Skills and toolsForklift licence
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About the role
Shift Team Leader
JNL Wairarapa Mill | Full-Time
JNL is looking for a motivated and practical leader to join our team as a Shift Team Leader at our Wairarapa Mill. This is a 4 on 4 off position.
This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating production activities, supporting operational teams, and ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The successful applicant will play a key role in helping the mill achieve production targets while promoting a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As a Shift Team Leader, you will:
- Lead and support production teams across the mill.
- Coordinate daily operations to meet production requirements.
- Manage staffing needs and support shift coverage.
- Work closely with Maintenance and Production teams to minimise downtime.
- Promote and maintain high Health & Safety standards.
- Monitor quality and operational performance.
- Provide leadership and decision-making support during after-hours operations when required.
- First response for emergencies.
- Undertake training for Boiler responsible person role
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or wood processing environment.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or team coordination experience.
- Strong communication and people skills.
- The ability to make sound decisions and solve problems effectively.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- A commitment to workplace health, safety, and continuous improvement.
Forklift experience, a current forklift licence, First Aid certification, and relevant industry qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration.
- Opportunities for training and career development.
- A supportive team environment.
- The chance to be part of a leading New Zealand wood products manufacturer.
Apply Now
If you are a team player with strong leadership skills and a passion for operational excellence, we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including your CV and a brief cover letter, by Friday 4th December 2026.
For further information about the role, please contact Kristy Hansen, People & Culture Advisor, Kristy.Hansen@jnl.co.nz
JNL is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and positive workplace and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.
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