Position Description
Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō
At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.
Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.
Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.
About us | He kupu mō mātou
Our Clandeboye site is Fonterra’s largest manufacturing site, with 11 plants processing, at peak up to 13 million litres of milk per day through some of the biggest dryers in the world. We employee over 1,200 people across the value stream all bringing a diverse range of skills, expertise and thought to our operation.
About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our high performing Maintenance Team at our Clandeboye site.
With a strong focus on Health & Safety and maintenance best practice, you’ll apply your mechanical expertise to manage changing priorities and deliver effective preventative maintenance, ensuring optimal site performance. You’ll bring a continuous improvement mindset, actively identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, efficiency, and maintenance processes.
Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you will provide mechanical support across manufacturing lines, maintaining equipment in line with asset care strategies. You’ll draw on your problem-solving skills to confidently diagnose faults, resolve breakdowns, and contribute to ongoing improvements in equipment performance and team capability.
This is a permanent position working a rotating shift pattern of 4 days on, 4 days off with the requirement work 4 days on and 3 days for periods within the season. There is also a rotating on - call element, therefore flexibility is a must.
About You | Mōu
We are looking for a proactive and motivated mechanical fitter who is committed to continuous improvement and achieving excellence in everything you do.
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
* Mechanical Trade Certificate (Level 4 or higher)
* Mechanical aptitude with hands on fitter experience
* Exceptional fault finding and problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside of the box
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work as a team and independently
* Computer literacy skills, ideally with knowledge of a CMMS such as SAP
* Previous experience within an FMCG / food manufacturing or similar environment would be beneficial
Our Values | Ngā Aura
At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz
Our Commitment to You | Tā mātou oati
We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
* Fair and equitable pay
* Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
* Professional development opportunities
* Career growth support
* Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
* Employee recognition
* Support for community involvement and cultural connection
To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers
A Career of Opportunities | Ngā Mahi
At Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.
Join Us | Tātou Tātou
Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.
You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.
Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion | He Wāhi mō te Katoa
Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).
Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.
If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 24th May 2026