27 Nov
Fonterra
Otago
Date Published- 17-Nov-2025-
- Advertising Ends- 27-Nov-2025-
- ID#- 14103-
- Role Type- Manufacturing-
- Work Type- Permanent Full-Time-
- Workplace Type- On-site-
- Country- New Zealand-
- Location- Otago
- **Position Description**:
**Our Co-operative**
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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**-
Established in 1982, Stirling site is Fonterra’s only manufacturing site in the Otago region. Specialising in Cheese, the site has picked up awards from both in New Zealand and internationally for their Cheddar and Colby. Stirling produces around 10,500 20kgs blocks of cheese everyday.-**
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity**-
As one of two Supervising Operators, your role will be primarily responsible for the operation of our Sustainability Hub including the Biological Wastewater Plant, Biomass Boiler, and Wetlands alongside a highly engaged site team.-
Reporting to the Environmental Manager, day to day you will be operating and monitoring our Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant ensuring a high level of Environmental compliance. This includes a range of hands-on tasks, sample preparation, result interpretation, data entry, and basic reporting.-
With the addition of the new Biomass Boiler, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring the plant to deliver steam to the site.
This will also include a wide range of skills and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.-
Alongside this, you will assist in maintaining the site's appearance including grounds and facilities, working alongside our site contractors.There is plenty of variety in this role, the ability to have a real impact and build an exciting career in sustainability. Be part of a team where you are truly recognised and rewarded for a job well done.-
This is a rostered days (4 days on/4 days off) position.**Mōu | About You**
You’ll thrive in this fast-paced, complex setting, and be passionate about performance improvement and compliance. With a strong mechanical aptitude and a natural ability to operate and consistently follow standard work, you will ensure full compliance across the entire workstream.-
The role is very diverse and an almost ever-changing environment so you will need to be flexible, self-motivated, willing to learn and create the environment within your team to remain calm and work together.-
You will need to demonstrate intermediate computer skills, alongside previous experience in an Environmental or Sustainability role; and Wastewater and boiler experience is preferred but not essential.-
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.**
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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.
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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 **T
📌 Supervising Operator - Environmental (Otago)
🏢 Fonterra
📍 Otago
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