We are a Co-operative created and owned by Aotearoa New Zealand dairy farmers. Since our beginnings, collaboration, innovation, and passion have enabled us to share the goodness of our dairy with the world. We're committed to caring for the land, our animals, and every drop of milk, producing nutritious food with safe, quality ingredients loved here in New Zealand and around the world.
As part of the Fonterra Co-op, you'll be solving for a better future alongside a team connected by solid values as we strive to be a leader in dairy sustainability, dairy innovation and science, with a focus on New Zealand milk.
When you join Fonterra, you'll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions.
Established in 1881, our Edendale manufacturing site is New Zealand's oldest dairy processing site and with 13 plants, we produce 14 million bags of milk powder each year for export and process up to 15 million litres of milk every day in peak season.
About the opportunity | Te whai waahi Reporting to our Regional On Farm Specialist you will be based at our Edendale site, servicing the Lower South Island.
Your time will be spent visiting our farmers and carrying out the removal, installation and preventative repairs and maintenance of our On-Farm Assets. There is also a strong focus on milk collection compliance, reporting and building positive relationships with all stakeholders. The Lower South Island Region is large so you can expect some longer journeys.
Extensive training will be provided in all aspects of the role with emphasis on Health & Safety, Working at Heights & Confined Spaces, Team Engagement, Asset Care & Preventative Maintenance.
Usual hours of work are Monday – Friday (day shift hours).
About you | Moe koe You will be renowned as a great communicator who easily develops sound relationships with a diverse group of people. You will have excellent time management and planning skills and will enjoy the challenge and variety this role affords. Your natural problem solving and analytical mindset will help you to thrive in this position.
Whilst a background in maintenance, a basic mechanical aptitude and dairy industry experience would be beneficial, having the right people skills and attitude will be essential to your success.
You will also need a Class 4 license, experience using a HIAB, be a competent user of Microsoft Office suite, and be physically fit.
Are you excited about this opportunity but may only meet some requirements?
At Fonterra, we are committed to building a diverse workplace and, therefore, open to looking at applicants with excellent transferable skills. If that's you, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities.
Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.
We offer flexible working to ensure the job gets done whilst being there for life's important moments.
With a global presence, a world of career opportunities awaits you.
We support your health and wellbeing with events, discounts on wellbeing products, and employee assistance programs.
We encourage lifelong learning and will help you develop your skills.
Enjoy discounted health insurance based on your employment type and location.
No matter your life stage or choices, we have leave options, including purchasing additional leave, enhanced parental benefits, and long-service leave.
Being part of Fonterra means being part of a unique history, realising the potential of dairy for generations to come, and solving for a better future together.
• Whanaungatanga, our Co-operative spirit, guides a common strength and purpose.
• Manaakitanga is how we care for all our people at the heart of what we do.
• Kaitiakitanga ensures we care for the land, farming in a way that regenerates our farms and environment for future generations.
• Whakaohooho inspires us all with excellent career development opportunities, benefits, flexibility, and balance to suit everyone's lifestyles and choices.
Our Co-operative is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best, and are empowered to create goodness for generations.
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