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Major Fill Operations Specialist
Role summary
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The Major Fill Operations Specialist supports the efficient replenishment of supermarket stock, particularly larger or bulkier products, ensuring shelves, displays and back-of-store areas are organised, safe and ready for customers. Requirements typically include retail or warehouse experience, physical fitness for lifting and moving stock, good attention to detail, reliability and the ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings or weekends. The successful candidate is expected to follow health and safety procedures, maintain accurate stock presentation, work well with the wider store team and deliver high standards of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
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 Group is a major Australian and New Zealand retail organisation operating supermarkets, food businesses and other customer-focused services. In New Zealand, its supermarket network serves communities across the country, providing groceries, fresh food, household products and online shopping services. The company employs a large frontline workforce in stores, distribution centres, digital operations and support functions. Its retail teams focus on product availability, safe and efficient store operations, customer service and convenient shopping experiences. Woolworths promotes teamwork, inclusion, learning and career development, with opportunities ranging from entry-level store positions to specialist and management roles. Employees commonly work in busy environments where reliability, practical problem-solving and a strong commitment to customers are valued.