Fonterra is a global, co-operatively-owned company with its roots firmly planted in New Zealand.
At Fonterra Careers, we’re helping shape tomorrow, creating meaningful opportunities where people can grow, belong, and make their mark for generations to come. Supporting our farmers, we have 16,000 passionate people in New Zealand and around the world working to make dairy available to millions of consumers in 140 countries every day. Together with our Shareholders, the Fonterra team produces mo
19/07/2026
We're excited to see the Ice Cream Challenge kick off today! 🍦
In partnership with Wonder Project, this hands-on programme is helping Year 5–6 students explore STEM through the world of dairy, sparking curiosity and inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.
Best of luck to all the students taking part, we can't wait to see what you create! 💙
25/06/2026
The Growing Future Farmers Fonterra dairy programme is expanding.
Following positive feedback and interest from farmers and students, expressions of interest are now open for a second intake in 2027.
The programme kicked off earlier this year with seven farmers and seven students across Waikato and Bay of Plenty, combining on-farm training with formal NZQA learning to give young people a supported pathway into dairy.
For Fonterra farmer Annalyse Huxford, the impact is already clear.
"It's been incredibly rewarding to see students develop new skills and grow in confidence on farm. This programme has given us hope that we can attract more young farmers and keep them engaged in the industry."
Fonterra farmers in Waikato and Bay of Plenty can register their interest now, and young people aged 16 to 20 can apply via the Growing Future Farmers website.
Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4f1ZXAn
23/06/2026
This International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), we’re celebrating the women shaping the future of engineering at Fonterra.
From improving site reliability to delivering projects that make a difference, their work powers our Co-op every day.
Join us in celebrating Tessa, Diana, Stella and Charlene, and the many women across our Co-op making a difference every day.
Read more about their stories here:
https://brnw.ch/21x3yOP
Day 2 at Fieldays and we're off to a great start!
It's been fantastic connecting with so many people and sharing more about the innovation, skills and career pathways that help power our dairy industry.
If you're heading to Fieldays, make sure you stop by and say hello to the Fonterra Careers team:
📍 Fonterra Marquee – Site F67
📍 Careers & Education Hub – Site E30
We'd love to see you there! 👋
04/06/2026
Heading to Fieldays? Come and have a kōrero with the Fonterra Careers team!
Discover where a career in dairy could take you at:
📍 Fonterra Marquee – Site F67
📍 Careers & Education Hub – Site E30
✨ Explore career pathways
✨ Take our interactive careers quiz
✨ Meet the team and learn about opportunities
✨ Hear real stories from people in the primary sector
While you’re there, join us at the Careers & Education Hub on Friday 12 June:
🕙 10:00am – agribusinessinschools
Hear from Teacher Scholarship recipient Grace Coogan.
🕚 11:00am – Growing Future Farmers - Fonterra Dairy Pilot
Hear from a current student about their journey into the dairy industry.
Whether you're a student, graduate, school leaver or exploring the next step in your career, come along and imagine tomorrow with us.
Learn more: www.fonterra.com/nz/en/campaign/fieldays
01/06/2026
From New Zealand to global teams, grow your career shaping dairy products and ingredients used around the world.
Join us as we celebrate World Milk Day 🥛
This New Zealand Sign Language Week, we’re proud to share the story of Joe, a Tanker Operator at our Clandeboye site in South Canterbury.
Joe’s day looks much like anyone else’s on site, but behind the scenes, small, thoughtful changes have helped create an inclusive, deaf‑aware environment where everyone feels supported and respected.
From live transcription during training to simple adjustments in how the team communicates day to day, Joe says it’s made a huge difference.
“I feel like I’m treated as an equal here. I’m the same as every other member of the team.”
New Zealand Sign Language is one of Aotearoa’s three official languages, and this week is about building understanding, connection and inclusion. 💙
Read Joe’s full story here : https://brnw.ch/21x2dTM
29/04/2026
Fonterra celebrated its tanker operators at the Transport Operator of the Year Awards in Auckland.
The awards shine a spotlight on 1600 tanker operators who get behind the wheel every day to collect milk safely and efficiently from thousands of Fonterra farms across the country.
One of this year’s Tanker Operator of the Year recipients is Darfield‑based tanker operator Scott Butler, who says it’s rewarding to be recognised. “I enjoy driving – the scenery and the peace and quiet are a bonus.”
Congratulations to this year's winners!
Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x21tU
22/04/2026
“Being stuck in an office was not for me. Even if I’m drenched in rain, it makes me very happy.”
We’re introducing the next generation to careers in dairying with a two-year programme run in partnership with Growing Future Farmers.
The programme pairs hands‑on learning with NZQA study and support from Fonterra farmer trainers. For students like Janaeya, it’s a pathway into the industry.
Find out more here: https://brnw.ch/21x1Oeo