Explore your strengths, set goals, and discover how we support your journey—wherever you start and wherever you want to go.
At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we believe your career is a journey.
One shaped by your strengths, passions, and the opportunities you choose to explore.
Whether you're just starting out or ready for your next step, here’s how we support your growth.
Whether you're just starting out or ready for your next step, here’s how we support your growth.
Explore your strengths
Think about what energises you, what you're naturally good at, and what kind of work makes you feel fulfilled. Use our career planning tools to reflect and set direction.
Set your goals
Define where you want to be in 1, 3, or 5 years. What skills or experiences will help you get there? We’ll help you map out a plan that’s right for you.
Build your capabilities
We offer a range of development programmes to help you grow:
We also partner with organisations like HRNZ, IChemE, Pūhoro STEMM Academy, and Tupu Toa to offer tailored development pathways that reflect our commitment to inclusion and excellence.
- Dairy Diploma & Dairy Craft – Hands-on training for excellence in dairy operations and product knowledge.
- Whakatere Leadership Programme – A 10-day initiative focused on high-performance and care, designed to shape the next generation of Maintenance Managers
- Chartered Professional Engineering Pathway – Structured support for accreditation and professional development.
- Study Assistance – Support for part-time study and ongoing education, including scholarships for Māori and Pasifika STEM students
- Online Learning – Access to LinkedIn Learning and other platforms for self-paced growth.
- 360 Reports & Psychometric Assessments – Tools to help you understand your strengths and areas for development.
We also partner with organisations like HRNZ, IChemE, Pūhoro STEMM Academy, and Tupu Toa to offer tailored development pathways that reflect our commitment to inclusion and excellence.
Talk it through
Career conversations are encouraged at Fonterra. Whether you're exploring new directions or planning your next move, your leader will support you in shaping a path that aligns with your goals.
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