Store Assistant/Store Person


New World Pioneer is a large, locally owned and operated supermarket in Palmerston North. With a team that pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards across every area of our store.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Store Assistant / Storeperson to join our team. This is a varied, hands-on role working across our Grocery, Chilled, Frozen, Liquor, and Storeroom teams, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and being part of a fast-paced retail environment.

 

About the Role

This is a full-time, hands-on role offering plenty of variety across both the shop floor and our storeroom.

You'll primarily work across our Grocery, Chilled, Frozen, and Liquor departments, replenishing stock, merchandising products, and ensuring departments are well stocked, organised, and presented to a high standard.

You'll also provide support in our busy storeroom as required, assisting with inwards goods, unloading deliveries, checking stock, and helping ensure products are received and distributed efficiently throughout the store.

This role suits someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is happy to get stuck in wherever they're needed.

 

About You

The successful applicant will have:

  • Previous experience in a supermarket, retail, warehouse, or FMCG environment (preferred)
  • A positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A willingness to learn and work across multiple departments
  • Reliability and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Physically fit and capable of safely lifting and moving stock
  • A commitment to providing excellent customer service

A current forklift license would be an advantage; however, full training can be provided to the right candidate.

 

Hours of Work

  • Tuesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
  • Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
  • Saturday: 5:00am – 1:30pm

 

How to Apply

If you believe you have the right attitude, experience, and attributes for this role, please apply online with your cover letter and CV.

 

Alternatively, applications can be sent to:

lilly.bruntonjohnson@nw.co.nz

Applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid New Zealand work visa.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

 

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 69163

Location: North Island, Manawatu, Palmerston North

Closing Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026