Mechanical Fitter

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, 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.

He kupu mō mātou | About us

Our Te Awamutu site has a long-established history of milk powder, butter and AMF manufacturing.

In September 2020 our Te Awamutu site transitioned away from coal to be powered solely on wood pellets. Once completed, it will reduce our national coal consumption by almost 10%, saving more than 84,000 tonnes of carbon emissions per year (equivalent to taking 32,000 cars off the road).

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our fast-paced Te Awamutu site where you'll be a key member of our high performing Maintenance Team. With a focus on Health & Safety and maintenance best practice, you'll use your sound mechanical experience to navigate changing work priorities as well as implementing scheduled preventative maintenance to ensure our site performs at its peak each day.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you'll be responsible for mechanical maintenance services across our manufacturing lines, providing support by maintaining all machinery in alignment with our asset care plans and strategies. You'll also use your problem-solving skills to effectively fault find and repair breakdowns with confidence as the need arises.

This is a permanent opportunity consisting of 4xdays on, 4xdays off , giving you an excellent work life balance.

Mōu | About You

We are looking for a proactive and motivated mechanical fitter who is committed to continuous improvement and achieving excellence in everything you do. We want to hear from you if you have:

• Mechanical Trade Certificate (Level 4 or higher)
• Mechanical aptitude with hands on fitter experience ideally including machining, fabrication and welding skills
• 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
• Tech savvy and computer literacy skills, ideally with knowledge of SAP
• Previous experience within an FMCG / food manufacturing or similar environment would be beneficial but not required

Ngā Aura | Our Values

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

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

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

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna 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.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

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.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

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 7th December 2025.