Niagara Cadetship

Full-Time | 40+ hours per week | On-site in Kennington, Invercargill

At Niagara, we have been proudly operating in Southland for more than 90 years, growing from a small family business into one of New Zealand's leading timber processors.

We are locally owned and operated, with a national reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainability.

Our success is built on our people and we are committed to developing the next generation of talent through our Cadetship Programme.

Are you eager to kick-start a lasting career filled with diverse experiences?

Look no further than the

• Niagara Cadetship Programme.

This unique opportunity offers a structured pathway to gain hands-on experience across all departments while developing new skills and exploring your passions.

Through this programme, Niagara Cadets have the potential to grow into careers across sales, production, management, or as qualified tradesmen and tradeswomen.

What we offer

Training across all departments – from milling and production scheduling to processing and dispatch.

Ongoing support and regular check-ins with managers and HR.

All training costs covered, including relevant licences and NZQA standards.

Excellent remuneration, with overtime rates and further opportunities.

A supportive workplace that values growth, teamwork, and long-term career development.

This opportunity is ideal for school leavers, career starters, or those seeking a change.

You will need a current driver's licence and your own reliable transport, plus the motivation to learn, contribute, and grow within the business.

The Cadetship is delivered in three stages :

Stage One : Develop a broad understanding of Niagara operations; from milling processes to scheduling, processing, and dispatch.

Stage Two : Tailored training focused on your interests, skills, and performance across three special interest departments.

Stage Three : Work with management and HR to develop a personalised career progression plan.

This is your opportunity to build a career that grows with you, supported by both in-house expertise and external resources.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter.

We ask that your cover letter is authentic and represents you – avoid using AI or auto-generated content.

Tell us about your genuine interest in this opportunity, why you believe you have what it takes, and what your unique X factor is that sets you apart.

For more information, visit Niagara Careers or contact Jemma at

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