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Halal Slaughterperson

New Plymouth

Reference: 3857513

Tegel Foods is an iconic New Zealand brand with a long history of producing quality products to New Zealand's highest standards. We produce high volumes and a wide variety of Halal chicken products which we proudly deliver throughout New Zealand every day.

Tegel New Plymouth is Taranaki's 2nd largest private business employer.

We are looking for Halal Slaughter-Persons to work all year round in our poultry processing plant based in Bell Block, New Plymouth.

The role involves working two weekly alternating morning (starting 03:00am)/evening (starting +-11.45am) work patterns Monday to Friday, online, in our Primary department.

To be successful, you will need to be:

  • Either a qualified Halal Slaughter-person or have the ability to meet the Halal Qualification criteria set by NZ Islamic Development Trust
  • Devout Muslim
  • Physically fit
  • Able to meet basic English language and numeracy requirements
  • Able to legally work in NZ

All applications are required to undergo literacy testing, a pre-employment medical and a drug and alcohol screen.


Applications Close: 31 Oct 2018