2027 Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

Fonterra; Darfield; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool kit provided

Health insurance

5 weeks leave

Training costs covered

Job summary

Fonterra invites applications for a 4-year Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship in New Zealand. You will join a supportive team within a large manufacturing environment, earning a competitive salary while working toward a nationally recognised qualification and your Electrical Practising Licence.

Start your career with one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest companies, with structured learning, on-site experience, and a fully funded apprenticeship programme across multiple Canterbury sites,

Qualifications

• Achieve or be pursuing NCEA Level 2 with Maths, English and Physics.
• Interest and aptitude for practical, hands-on engineering work.
• Enjoy solving problems and learning new skills.
• Be comfortable working with different people and environments.
• Hold or be working towards a Restricted Driver Licence.
• Be a NZ Citizen, Australian Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.
• Be 16 years of age or older.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

NCEA Level 2 with Maths, English and Physics

Job description

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2027 Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

Feel connected here:Our people are at the heart of everything we do, connected to the land and each other, creating goodness for generations. We are good together.

Be inspired here:Be inspired to be better every day in a place that nurtures innovation, champions sustainability, and empowers you to help solve for a better future for all.

Grow here:In our inclusive environment, you’ll be supported to develop your skills, explore new paths, and grow with purpose. Together, we’ll make every drop count.

At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, 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.

Start your career with one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest companies while earning a New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Industrial) and working towards your Electrical Practising Licence through our fully funded apprenticeship programme.

As an Electrical Apprentice, you'll join a supportive team of experienced tradespeople and work in a large-scale manufacturing environment while earning a competitive salary and gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

Over four years, you'll combine structured learning with practical, hands‑on experience, developing the skills needed to become a qualified Industrial Electrician.

You’ll gain exposure to:

Electrical fault finding and diagnostics

Equipment breakdowns and preventative maintenance

Maintenance planning and shutdown work

Electrical installations and equipment wiring

Site utilities and supporting infrastructure, including boilers

Instrumentation and process control systems

PLCs and automated manufacturing equipmen

Modern technologies used across some of New Zealand's largest dairy manufacturing sites

No two days will be the same. You'll learn how to install, maintain and troubleshoot critical electrical equipment that helps keep our operations running safely and efficiently.

This is an opportunity to build a long‑term career while learning from experienced professionals and working with industry‑leading technology in a highly automated environment.

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well‑being, development, and work‑life balance:

Focus on pastoral care and qualification support

A 4-year (8000 hour) fixed term contract

Monday to Friday day roster, 40 hours per week

A full starting tool kit

UniMed Health Insurance

5 weeks paid annual leave

Coverage of all training related costs during block course including meals, accommodation and travel

Choose from the following locations to start your apprenticeship career:

Darfield Site (Canterbury)

Eltham Collingwood St (Taranaki)

Whareroa Site (Taranaki)

We're looking for people who are curious, motivated to learn, and excited about building a career in Electrical Engineering.

To be considered, you'll need to:

Have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, NCEA Level 2 with Maths, English and Physics, or a relevant pre‑trade qualification

Have an interest and aptitude for practical, hands‑on engineering work

Enjoy solving problems and learning new skills

Be comfortable working with different people and in a variety of environments

Hold, or be working towards obtaining, a Restricted Driver Licence by the time you commence the apprenticeship

Be a New Zealand Citizen, Australian Citizen or New Zealand Permanent Resident

Be 16 years of age or older

Most importantly, we're looking for people who are eager to learn, willing to get stuck in, and motivated to build a long‑term career in the trades.

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 communities we serve because we believe different perspectives drive better decisions, stronger innovation and better outcomes.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, cultures and experiences. We particularly encourage applications from wāhine, Māori, Pasifika and others who are underrepresented in engineering.

If you require any support or accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact ************@fonterra.com. We're committed to ensuring everyone can participate fully and be at their best.

Applications close on Tuesday 1st September 2026.