About Us
Thornhill is an award-winning, well-established, and fast-growing labour supplier within New Zealand’s viticulture and horticulture sectors. With over 1,000 team members across Hawke’s Bay and Marlborough, we are proud of our strong client partnerships and the diverse communities we support.
The Thornhill Way is our shared commitment to living our values through positive and ethical behaviour. It guides how we lead with excellence, honesty, fairness, and drive as we work safely, support one another, and help our people, clients, and communities grow.
SAFE- People First: We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of our people in every decision.
INTEGRITY- Honest and Strong: We act ethically, communicate openly, and do the right thing even when it is difficult.
EQUITY– Inclusive and Fair: We treat people with respect, fairness, and cultural awareness, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.
DO – Unite and Innovate: We work together, take action, and look for better ways to support our people, clients, and communities.
At Thornhill, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive environments where our workforce feels supported, heard, and valued.
About the Role
Due to internal promotion, we are seeking a values-driven Care & Compliance Coordinator to join our Operations team. This is a hands-on, people-focused role for someone who genuinely cares about others and is motivated to uphold high standards of welfare, safety, and compliance.
You will play a vital role in supporting worker wellbeing, ensuring accommodation standards are met, and building trusting relationships across our workforce. This role also involves regular travel to other Thornhill sites, ensuring consistency in care, compliance, and support across our wider operations.
What We’re Looking For
You will align strongly with The Thornhill Way, bringing empathy, professionalism, integrity, and a people-first approach to your work. You enjoy working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and understand the importance of safety, dignity, respect, fairness, and confidentiality.
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to ethical behaviour, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
No prior experience required – full training provided
Experience in horticulture, viticulture, pastoral care, or community-focused roles is an advantage
Full, clean driver’s licence
Willingness and ability to travel between Thornhill sites as required
Key Responsibilities
Support accommodation compliance by ensuring standards are met and respectful, safe living environments are maintained
Conduct regular accommodation visits in line with ethical, fair, and people-first practices
Assist team members with general enquiries, welfare matters, medical, personal, and work-related issues
Support medical and bank visits with care, discretion, and professionalism
Assist with operational tasks including vehicle checks, administration, dinner service, and inductions
Support international worker arrivals and departures, including transport and orientation
Build strong, positive relationships with workers, clients, and stakeholders based on trust and respect
Travel to other Thornhill sites to provide consistent care, compliance, and operational support
Key Attributes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A calm, respectful, and culturally aware approach
Ability to work collaboratively and support others
High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical behaviour
Ability to juggle multiple priorities while remaining adaptable and composed
What We Offer
A meaningful role where you live The Thornhill Way and make a genuine difference in people’s lives
Competitive pay and development opportunities within a growing organisation
Rostered shifts across Monday to Sunday, including evening shifts
A supportive, values-led workplace that prioritises wellbeing, safety, and growth
If you are a compassionate, reliable, and values-aligned individual who wants to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.