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Here at APD, we’re big on a sense of belonging where everyone brings their own uniqueness to the team fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and celebration. Our focus is ensuring all our employees are fully supported through learning and training opportunities and a range of employee benefits designed with you in mind.

We are thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the 2024 Best Places to Work Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights our dedication to creating a dynamic, supportive, and engaging workplace for our people.

At APD, we are focused on nurturing talent and investing in our people. And so this achievement reflects our commitment to fostering a workplace culture that values collaboration, innovation, and well-being.

Stay tuned for updates as we eagerly await the final results. Thank you to our incredible team for making this possible!

To view the shortlist: https://www.bestplacestowork.nz/shortlist

Rewards

  • Competitive remuneration reviewed annually against market rates to recognise your expertise
  • Bonuses – to recognise your achievements

Benefits

  • Initiatives to support your wellbeing – flu vaccination, free GP visits for you and your family, access to EAP
  • A prezzy card on your birthday to help you celebrate your special day
  • Monthly employee recognition – we like to celebrate success
  • Free breakfast cereals, spreads and bread
  • Free fresh fruit
  • Monthly company lunches – different cuisines each month
  • Annual company event
  • Table tennis table
  • You can choose one of birthday leave, a $300 wellbeing allowance or additional KiwiSaver contributions

Development Opportunities

  • As well as on the job training with our in-house trainer, our production team members are able to obtain fork hoist certification, an NZQA accredited manufacturing certificate and take advantage of a range of other training opportunities – fully paid and during work time of course
  • Opportunities for external training to continue to develop your skills
  • Many of our people have transitioned into new roles as their skills have developed

Environment

  • Plans are underway for factory extensions and a brand-new office and lunch area
  • Free onsite parking

Culture

  • We are a diverse bunch who enjoy being at the top of our game – and having a laugh
  • A focus on work life balance – including an early Friday finish, flexible work hours and work from home one day a week for some roles
  • Everything we do is guided by our values
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