HSW Advisor

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Position Description

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 

Fonterra Oceania is seeking a proactive HSW Advisor to support our HSW Manager and site in fulfilling our health, safety, and wellbeing obligations at our Takaanini facility. We value strong communication, exceptional administrative skills, and hands-on experience in large, complex environments. While FMCG or food industry experience is highly regarded, it is not essential.  Key responsibilities:

• Support the HSW Manager in implementing HSW programs, processes, and procedures (including IWS where appropriate) at our Takanini site.
• Assist the Pillar Lead with implementing the HSE pillar.
• Contribute to HSW site reporting with accurate and timely documentation.
• Undertake general HSW activities including risk assessments, incident investigations (Rapid Learning Reviews and Learning Reviews), and site inspections.
• Chair HSR committee meetings and provide expert HSW advice.
• Deliver HSW training programs to teams.
• Support the injury management team with investigations.
• Assist in developing and reviewing SOPs and One Point Lessons (OPMs).
• Act as the HSW Subject Matter Expert (SME) on capital projects.
• Maintain compliance with established programs (e.g., chemical management) at the Takanini site

About you | Mōu 

We are looking for candidates who have a solid background in Health and Safety within a similar complex operational environment. This role requires a strong communicator and team player with exceptional administrative skills and the ability to lead and influence others. You can also demonstrate:

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience working in large, complex operational environments.
• At least 3+ years of experience delivering training to teams.
• Essential ICAM training or equivalent incident investigation certification.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams.
• A collaborative and authentic leadership style.
• Relevant qualifications in Health and Safety are highly regarded

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. 

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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.