Countdown looks to fill 500 jobs nationwide

Countdown looks to fill 500 jobs nationwide

Up to 100 varied roles available in Christchurch will boost local employment

27 October 2015: Countdown is embarking on a major recruitment drive to fill approximately 100 jobs in Christchurch, hosting a bulk recruitment event at the Riccarton Park Function Centre today.

The bulk recruitment day will be held at the Riccarton Park Function Centre today between 10:00am and 5:30pm. Similar recruitment days have already taken place in Auckland, Hamilton and Rotorua and have been very popular.

Countdown’s General Manager of Human Resources, Deborah Beegling, says for those seeking flexible working options, seasonal work, or more traditional hours, Countdown is a great choice.

“We employ many parents, high school and university students who all require flexible hours to fit around childcare or study. We are also offering a number of full-time roles as well on the shop floor, in the call centre and in the support office,”

“With 181 stores nationwide and more on the way, we are often recruiting. These open days are a great chance for us to see what talent is out there and who will make a great contribution to the Countdown team,” says Beegling.

Countdown makes an impressive contribution to employment in New Zealand, already employing around 18,000 people. Just last week the new 4,200sqm Countdown Queenstown store opened at 30 Grant Road, opening up 100 jobs for people based in the area.

To date, more than 1250 people have attended the other recruitment days through the country.

Once the recruitment days are complete, regional zone managers will sort through the applications and begin contacting potential team members the week after.

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