Our Co-operative 

Fonterra’s strength is in the collective | Te Mātāpuna toa takitini 

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. 

About us | He kupu mō mātou

Fonterra’s Takanini site is our largest domestic manufacturing site, located in South Auckland. Operating 24/7, we produce a range of fresh dairy products enjoyed by Kiwis every day.

With a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement, Takanini is a fast-paced and dynamic environment where our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of our Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) team, you’ll help support a culture where everyone goes home safe and well, every day.

About the opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced HSW Business Partner to join our New Zealand Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) team, based at our Takaanini site. This is a national-facing role supporting the National HSW Manager NZ in delivering our HSW Strategic Plan across multiple sites.

You’ll play a key part in coaching and supporting our site-based HSW Advisors, leading critical risk management initiatives, and embedding a strong safety culture across the Co-op.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of the NZ HSW Strategic Plan and Corporate HSW Business Plan
• Lead the rollout of Integrated Work Systems (IWS) and HSW management systems
• Coach and guide incident investigations and oversee corrective actions
• Deliver training and wellbeing programs across sites
• Facilitate risk reviews, assessments, and compliance activities
• Lead the implementation and assurance of critical risk frameworks for high-hazard processes
• Provide technical support and reporting using systems such as First Priority and Cority
• Support injury and claims management when required
• Coach business leaders in HSW practices and culture

About you | Mōu

You’re a confident and collaborative HSW professional with a strong background in operational risk management and safety leadership. You thrive in complex environments and enjoy coaching others to lift performance and embed best practice.

You’ll also bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in HSW roles within manufacturing or similar operational environments.
• Proven experience in incident investigation (ICAM or Root Cause Analysis).
• Strong understanding of risk management and critical risk frameworks.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and cloud-based systems.
• Experience in injury management and claims handling.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Health & Safety or a related field.
• Cert IV in Training & Assessment or equivalent (preferred).
• A collaborative, authentic leadership style aligned with Fonterra’s values

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. 

Or join our Talent Community by clicking here, to be notified about new and relevant job opportunities. 

The benefits of life at Fonterra | Te ora i Te Mātāpuna 

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. No matter your life stage or choices, we have leave options, including purchasing additional leave, enhanced parental benefits, and long-service leave.  

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Sound good to you? Come join our whānau and let’s solve for better, together. You, me, us together. Tᾱtou tᾱtou.