When you’re part of this, you’re part of us.
At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, inclusion is more than a value - it’s how we work together.
Here, belonging isn’t just a value - it’s a lived experience. We believe that when people feel respected, supported, and empowered, they can do their best work and thrive.
Here, belonging isn’t just a value - it’s a lived experience. We believe that when people feel respected, supported, and empowered, they can do their best work and thrive.
That’s why we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone - no matter their background, identity, or experience - feels seen, heard, and valued.
We’re a diverse whānau (family), connected to the whenua (land) and to each other, working together to create goodness for generations.
Inclusion is woven into our culture, our policies, and the way we connect with each other. It’s not just something we talk about - it’s something we live. So, whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a place here where your story matters.
We’re a diverse whānau (family), connected to the whenua (land) and to each other, working together to create goodness for generations.
Inclusion is woven into our culture, our policies, and the way we connect with each other. It’s not just something we talk about - it’s something we live. So, whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a place here where your story matters.
We’re proud to be part of communities across Aotearoa New Zealand and the world, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
That means backing you with care and respect and supporting you to thrive — personally and professionally.
We work with real purpose at scale, guided by our values and driven by the impact we can make together.
We’re focused on inclusion, equal opportunity, and building a culture where you can be yourself and grow your potential.
This is a place to belong. To be supported. To make a difference. Tātou tātou – you, me, us together.
We’re focused on inclusion, equal opportunity, and building a culture where you can be yourself and grow your potential.
This is a place to belong. To be supported. To make a difference. Tātou tātou – you, me, us together.
Together, we're Shaping a Future of Inclusion
He Wāhi mō te Katoa. Inclusion is at the heart of our Co-operative, where embracing difference empowers everyone to thrive and contribute to delivering goodness for generations. Tātou, tātou.
At Fonterra, we’re committed to building a Co-op where everyone can contribute and do their best work. We know that bringing together different perspectives helps us make better decisions, solve problems and continue improving how we operate - every day. Creating an environment where people feel supported and able to contribute fully helps us attract and retain great talent, and perform at our best as a global Co-op.
“Fonterra's values, align with my personal values around sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and also building that stronger connection to Te Ao Māori. I've made a lot of great friends and I understand the importance of Fonterra to the wider community and wider New Zealand, so that's why I love working here."
Jeff, GDPO Warehousing and Inventory
Jeff, GDPO Warehousing and Inventory
Our Communities
At Fonterra, we celebrate the unique identities of our people.
We’re committed to attracting, nurturing, and retaining a diverse and talented workforce, because inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s essential to our strategy, our purpose, and our connection to the communities we serve.
Explore our employee networks and discover how we’re creating spaces where everyone can thrive.
Explore our employee networks and discover how we’re creating spaces where everyone can thrive.
Māori
Empowering our Tangata Whenua
We’re proud to support our Māori employees through initiatives that reflect the richness of their cultures and contributions. From career development to community engagement, we’re committed to creating pathways for success.
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Pasifika
Empowering our Pasifika Employees
We celebrate the vibrant cultures and contributions of our tangata Pasifika. At Fonterra, we’re committed to creating a workplace where Pasifika employees feel seen, supported, and set up to succeed.
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Gender Equality
Empowering Progress, Together
We’re committed to sustaining progress in gender-diverse leadership and pay equity, while growing representation to better reflect our communities. We’re listening to our people and focusing on inclusion through leadership, culture, and employee experience.
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As global demographics shift,
fostering inclusion has never been more crucial.
fostering inclusion has never been more crucial.
With a multigenerational workforce, an aging population, growing ethnic diversity, and intersecting identities, it’s vital that we embrace these changes and create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
This isn’t just good for people - it’s essential for our business.
Diverse teams drive better decisions, innovation, and stronger performance.
We believe building strong, connected teams helps everyone do their best work - and that’s what drives our performance as a Co-op. But it all starts with inclusion, because when everyone feels included, diversity can thrive.
To make this happen, we focus on three areas:
To make this happen, we focus on three areas:
Inclusive
Leadership
Leadership
Ensuring everyone has an equal chance at leadership roles, with leaders who know how to create inclusive teams.
Inclusive
Culture
Culture
Empowering our people to create a supportive environment where we celebrate our differences and recognise how they strengthen us.
Inclusive
Opportunities
Opportunities
Providing opportunities for growth and development at every stage of your career.
By prioritising inclusion, we live our values, drive our business strategy, and position Fonterra for long-term success. It helps us attract and retain top talent, boost employee engagement, and unlock innovative solutions.
When everyone feels truly included, we not only improve performance but also strengthen our commitment to making a positive impact on our people, customers, and communities.
Recruitment Practices for Everyone
Ngā tikanga kimi kaimahi mō te katoa.
We believe everyone should feel welcome here. Inclusion is part of who we are.
We believe everyone should feel welcome here. Inclusion is part of who we are.
We’re building a team that reflects the world around us, because different backgrounds and ideas help us do better and think bigger.
We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, and beliefs.
If you’re interested in a role but don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway. We care about your potential and your willingness to grow.
If you need any support or changes during the recruitment process, just let your recruiter know or learn more about the reasonable adjustments we offer. We want to make sure you have a fair chance to show your best. Tātou, tātou.
We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, and beliefs.
If you’re interested in a role but don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway. We care about your potential and your willingness to grow.
If you need any support or changes during the recruitment process, just let your recruiter know or learn more about the reasonable adjustments we offer. We want to make sure you have a fair chance to show your best. Tātou, tātou.
Discover your connection with
Fonterra.
Fonterra.
This fun and interactive quiz will help you explore and learn about our values and unlock further understanding of your own values and how we align. Jump in to discover if Fonterra is the right fit for you! This should take no longer than 5 minutes. At the end, you’ll receive some key insights about how we align and what is important to us in our work.