Sustainable Dairying Advisor - Coastal Taranaki

Fonterra Co-operative Group; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair and equitable pay

Health and well-being programs

Work-life balance options

Employee recognition

Community involvement and cultural 연결

Job summary

Fonterra Te Mātāpuna is seeking a Sustainable Dairying Advisor for the Coastal Taranaki region. The role focuses on guiding farmers to adopt sustainable practices while balancing productivity and business goals, with close collaboration across farming communities and Farm Source teams.

The successful candidate will bring agricultural sustainability experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex regulations into practical steps.

Qualifications

• Experience in agriculture, sustainability consulting, or dairy farming systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyse sustainability data and translate into actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to farmers on sustainable practices balanced with productivity and business goals.
• Support farmers through sustainability challenges with tailored solutions and ongoing guidance.

Job description

Sustainable Dairying Advisor - Coastal Taranaki

Job Name

Sustainable Dairying Advisor - Coastal Taranaki

General Information

Date Published

21-Oct-2026

Advertising Ends

04-Nov-2026

ID#

17629

Role Type

Farming

Work Type

Permanent Full-Time

Workplace Type

On-site

Country

Location

Taranaki

Position Description

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.

We love Kiwi dairy farmers and know they're pretty awesome. For generations, they have relied on hard work, ingenuity, and each other to create the kind of goodness that fuels our families, connects our communities and supports our economy.

At Farm Source, the same co-operative spirit that our farmers and their communities share drives our team. We make farming easier so farmers can continue to concentrate on what they do best - producing high-quality New Zealand milk in the most sustainable way. This means growing and supporting the right people - smart people with plenty of 'roll-your-sleeves up' energy to rise to the challenge. Whether you're on the farm getting your gumboots dirty or connecting over a coffee at our local stores, you'll get the mahi done as part of a trusted team - backed by good people, the right products, innovative solutions, and industry-leading expertise.

So why not join us? Whether you're on the farm getting your gumboots dirty or connecting over a coffee at our local stores, you'll be getting the mahi done as part of a trusted team.

About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga

The Coastal Taranaki Farm Source team are looking for a passionate Sustainable Dairy Advisor to support farmers in adopting sustainable practices while balancing productivity and business goals. This role based in Taupo requires a combination of technical expertise, relationship management, and problem-solving to guide farmers through sustainability challenges and implement meaningful changes.

You will work closely with farmers, providing expert advice, tailored solutions, and ongoing support to help them navigate sustainability requirements. Strong communication and the ability to simplify complex information will be key, ensuring that farmers feel confident in making informed decisions that drive long‑term environmental and financial benefits.

We are seeking someone with experience in agriculture, sustainability consulting, dairy farming systems or a related field. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and relationship‑building skills, as well as the ability to analyze sustainability data and translate it into actionable strategies for farmers. Strong facilitation and presentation skills with dairy farmers is also essential, enabling effective knowledge transfer in both group and one‑on‑one settings.

You should have:

• A background in environmental sustainability, farm systems, or regulatory compliance.
• The ability to interpret and simplify complex regulations, making them practical for farmers.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, from farmers to industry partners

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

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)
• Work‑life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
• Employee recognition
• Support for community involvement and cultural connection

At 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.

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion |He Wāhi mō te Katoa

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.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 4th November