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Retail Assistant - Replenishment
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
This role focuses on replenishing shelves and keeping products available, organised and presented to supermarket customers. Requirements typically include good physical fitness, the ability to lift and move stock safely, reliability, attention to detail and a willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends or public holidays. Previous retail experience is helpful but often not essential, as training is provided. Candidates are expected to work efficiently in a team, follow workplace health and safety procedures, maintain high store standards and provide friendly service when assisting customers. A positive attitude, punctuality and flexibility are important in this fast-paced position.
Can I work in New Zealand?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Shop-floor jobs are mostly skill level 5, as for hotel line jobs: an accredited employer, a 21-day advert, a Work and Income check, an English test and a 3-year cap.
Before you apply: Shop-floor jobs need no professional licence. Pharmacists do: they must register with the local regulator, and one qualified abroad often has to pass local exams first. Selling alcohol can need a short course and certificate, for example in Australia.
Watch for: Retail managers are on the residence 'red list' since 24 August 2026: they cannot use the two new residence pathways.
Official source: Immigration New Zealand: engaging with Work and Income before your Job Check. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in New Zealand
Usual for Retail & Consumer jobs in New Zealand, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies; not usually provided |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer must pay recruitment costs; you may pay the NZD 1,540 visa fee, any adviser and airfare |
| Flights | Varies by employer and seniority |
| Pay and discount | Minimum wage NZD 23.95 an hour from 1 April 2026 (by law) |
| Contract | Work visas for most shop-floor jobs last 3 years at most (skill levels 4 and 5) |
| Leave | 4 weeks after a year and 12 public holidays (by law); 10 days' sick leave after 6 months (by law) |
| Income tax | 10.5% to NZD 15,600, 17.5% to 53,500, 30% to 78,100, 33% to 180,000, then 39%; plus a 1.75% accident levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Woolworths Supermarkets
Woolworths Supermarkets is a major grocery retailer serving customers across Australia and New Zealand through supermarkets, online shopping and supporting supply-chain operations. The business sells fresh food, groceries, household products and everyday essentials, with a strong focus on value, convenience, safety and customer service. Stores rely on large teams working across checkout, online fulfilment, fresh food, replenishment and stock operations. Woolworths promotes inclusive workplaces, on-the-job learning and opportunities to progress into supervisory or specialist retail roles. In New Zealand, the supermarket business has historically operated under the Countdown name and has been transitioning to the Woolworths brand. Employment conditions, pay rates and available positions vary by store, region and employment agreement, so applicants should confirm details in the specific job advertisement.