Quality Administrative Assistant

Kō wai mātou? Who are we?

Zespri is more than simply the world's single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world's largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand's best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.

He aha te mahi? What's the role?

Based in Zeebrugge, the Quality Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact in Zeebrugge and supports the administrative tasks in the local office.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for the Zeebrugge office
• Ordering & management of office and kitchen supplies
• Be back up for Zeebrugge related Purchase Orders and follow up on payment of invoices
• Liaise with Port of Antwerpen/Zeebrugge and Sea-Invest on repairs
• Assist the Quality team with admin tasks
• Upkeep of QC Equipment register – SA requirement
• Arranging all repairs of the Soft Fruit Testers with Zespri NZ
• Requesting quotes for purchase Quality equipment
• Upkeep of Hub and cool stores certifications
• Request surveys for insurance containers
• Assist the Team with training preparations & training
• Filing of all audits on sharepoint
• Assist Packhouse Officer with admin tasks

Please take note that this is a 20-month fixed-term opportunity.

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for an independent team player who will be based in Zeebrugge. You will also meet the following criteria:

• Valid Belgian driver’s license.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Familiarity with quality management systems is an advantage.
• Strong initiative, eagerness to learn, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Good command of Dutch & English; additional European languages are a plus.

He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?

Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 850+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of making it happen, creating real connections, and leaving a legacy. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
 

• Competitive overall remuneration package
• FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
• Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).

Tono mai inaianei! Apply Now! Applications close 18 May 2026.

At Zespri, we understand the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step to getting there. We want to attract a diverse range of people and encourage everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment and selection process by reaching out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@zespri.com.

Agency

Zespri will not accept applications or contact from any temporary staffing agency, placement service or professional recruiter for this vacancy (“Agency”).

Where Zespri requires the support of an agency to fulfil a vacancy, we will proactively seek this support from our network of Agencies.  We respectfully ask that you do not contact Zespri or any of its affiliates/employees regarding vacancies, and reserve the right not to reply.

Zespri will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions or other payments related to such unsolicited resumes.