Essity Australasia is a leading consumer care and hygiene solutions company, manufacturing and marketing a number of market leading brands including Sorbent, Purex, Handee Ultra, Libra, Tork and TENA. Essity’s purpose is to make it easier for hygiene, health and well-being to be part of everyday life.
About the role
An opportunity has arisen at our Kawerau Site for three Tissue Manufacturing Cadets. This role is to develop a pool of future operators to reduce overtime for leave cover, succession planning for operational roles, provide an entry point to the Tissue making industry and to enhance papermaking skills to ensure business continuity.
We're looking for people who display our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.
What You Will Do
Learn the fundamentals of papermaking through structured self‑study modules, supported by experienced papermakers.
Complete module assessments by presenting your knowledge to the mill management team.
Progress into entry‑level roles on shift, at the pulpers and KPM3, building capability and proficiency on the job.
Gain sign‑off from senior operators once you demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and performance.
Be deployed on shifts as needed once signed off, with higher pay rates when covering trained roles.
Career progression opportunities may become available as vacancies arise, based on performance and business needs
We're passionate about developing our people and will provide you with ongoing, on the job training to make sure you leave safely after every shift, as well as grow and develop your career.
About You
Minimum of NCEA Level 3, English, Maths and Science
Must be available to work shift work (rotating rosters)
Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment, be reliable and conscientious, willing to learn and handle challenges and pressure, with energy and enthusiasm.
Must be computer literate
Must have crane and forklift licences, or the ability to obtain them
Preferred, but not essential:
Technical or Trade Qualification
Previous experience in an industrial environment (understanding of H&S requirements and hazards and ability to work in such an environment)
All applicants will be required to undergo a variety of aptitude assessments. You will need the right to work in New Zealand and to be happy to complete a police check and pre-employment drug & medical assessment as part of the recruitment process.
The terms and conditions for this role will be available upon request but are covered under the Pulp & Paper Collective Agreement.
What We Offer
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.
What we have on offer for you:
If this sounds like your next move, please apply with your up-to-date CV & cover letter by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.
Please note we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.
Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You With Us.
30 May 2026
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Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.
Our leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!
