Are you a motivated team player looking to join a growing, industry-leading operation? Southern Paprika Limited (SPL) is opening a brand-new, state-of-the-art tomato packhouse in March 2026 and we’re building our foundation team now. We have 12 fantastic Packhouse Worker opportunities available, offering a mix of permanent, casual, and fixed-term roles. If you have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a desire to be part of something new from the ground up, we want to hear from you.
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About Southern Paprika Limited (SPL)
Southern Paprika Limited is a premier New Zealand greenhouse specialist, renowned for growing high-quality capsicums, tomatoes, and snack cucumbers. Based in the beautiful Warkworth region, we operate over 26 hectares of advanced glasshouses and a modern packhouse. As we expand, we are excited to launch our new tomato packhouse, supplying top produce to major markets. Our culture is built on our core values: Positivity, Teamwork, Efficiency, and Communication—principles that guide everything we do.
Your Role in Our New Packhouse
As a vital member of our startup team, you will be trained in all aspects of our modern packing operations. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Operating and monitoring automated bagging and punnet-filling machinery with precision and care.
- Manually packing fruit and preparing packing materials to meet strict quality and presentation standards.
- Conducting thorough quality checks, identifying and removing any fruit that does not meet our high-grade specifications.
- Providing flexible support across different stations within the packhouse to ensure a smooth, efficient workflow.
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping and adhering to all health, safety, and food safety protocols in a dynamic environment.
The Skills And Attitude You’ll Bring
We are looking for reliable individuals who embody our values. Our ideal candidate possesses:
- A reasonable level of fitness to thrive in a physical, fast-paced, and on-your-feet role.
- Effective communication skills and a genuine team-player mindset.
- A keenness to learn, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the initiative to help where needed.
- Flexibility with working hours to meet our seasonal peaks and operational requirements.
- While previous packhouse, factory, or horticulture experience is beneficial, a fantastic attitude and willingness to learn are most important to us.
Why Join the SPL Team?
When you join SPL, you’re joining a stable, well-established company that genuinely invests in its people. We offer:
- A competitive employment package, with remuneration that rewards your hard work and dedication.
- Comprehensive training in our new, high-tech packhouse environment.
- Additional benefits including Life Cover and access to free, confidential EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) counselling services.
- $35 – $37 per hour
- The chance to work in nature, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Warkworth.
- The simple but great perk of taking home fresh, high-quality fruit!
Apply Now
If you’re ready to be part of SPL’s exciting next chapter, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit for our team to Elizabeth at recruit@spl.nz.
For more information about our company, please visit our website: www.spl.nz
*Please note: All applicants must have pre-existing rights to work in New Zealand. We will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates as we prepare for our March 2026 launch.*
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