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
Based in the heart of the Waikato our Morrinsville plant manufactures a range of milk powders and butter products that are exported to more than 35 markets around the world. During peak milking season, our Morrinsville site processes up to 1.1 million litres of milk every day.
About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our high performing Maintenance Team at our Morrinsville-Wahahroa sites.
With a focus on Health and Safety and maintenance best practice, you'll use your sound mechanical experience to navigate changing work priorities as well as implement scheduled preventative maintenance to ensure our site performs at its peak each day.
Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you'll be responsible for mechanical maintenance services across our manufacturing lines and utilities equipment, providing support by maintaining all machinery in alignment with our asset care plans and strategies. You'll also use your problem-solving and diagnostic skills to effectively fault find and repair breakdowns with confidence as the need arises.
This is a Monday to Friday day work role with an afterhours and weekend on-call roster requirement.
About You | Mōu
We are looking for an experienced, capable, proactive and motivated mechanical fitter who is committed to continuous improvement and achieving excellence in everything they do.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- An AS/NZS Mechanical Engineering Trade Certificate (Level 4 or higher).
- Excellent mechanical aptitude with hands on mechanical fitter experience.
- Exceptional fault finding, diagnostics, and problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work as a team and independently.
- Tech savvy and computer literacy skills, ideally with knowledge of a CMMS such as SAP as well as automation and condition monitoring tools.
- Previous experience within an FMCG/food manufacturing or similar environment would be beneficial.
- Stainless steel TIG welding and Manual Machining knowledge and experience is a bonus.
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
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 05 July 2026.
