Dispatch Assistant (Seasonal) - 2026

Join New Zealand's third-largest dairy and beef genetics company and experience a unique blend of professional development and Kiwi adventure.

About us

Samen NZ was established in 1997 in partnership with K.I. Samen BV (The Netherlands) and is now fully owned by the Van Baar Family Trust. We import and distribute high-quality dairy and beef genetics from 13 leading international companies. With over half a million semen doses sold annually, we support New Zealand farmers with world-leading genetic solutions.

Due to New Zealand's seasonal breeding pattern, almost 90% of product is packed and distributed between July and December. For several years, we've successfully hosted young Dutch graduates or gap-year students for this important seasonal role, and now we're looking for two new dispatch assistants to join our 2025 team.

Role Summary

Successful candidates will be responsible for preparing and packing straw orders into liquid nitrogen banks. Success in this role means efficient, accurate, and safe handling of products, strong attention to detail, and a positive contribution to team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Pack and dispatch orders of semen.
• Receive and process incoming stock.
• Perform data entry and customer order processing.
• Handle liquid nitrogen safely and maintain tank levels.
• Conduct inventory control and stocktakes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment.
• Deliver packages to couriers and local partners; occasionally lift up to 25 kg.

Qualifications

• Aged under 30 and eligible for a New Zealand Working Holiday Visa.
• Good spoken and written English language skills.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and a good communicator.
• Physically fit and safety-conscious.

What we offer

• NZ Minimum Wage ($23.50/hour).
• Free accommodation and full board on-site.
• Supportive, multicultural team culture.
• A chance to explore New Zealand's outdoors on weekends, including: horse riding, sea fishing trips, hiking and mountain treks, beach visits, rafting.

How to Apply

Email: hamed@samen.co.nz

Phone: +64 27 227 4040