H&S Business Partner, Tirau
Posted on Feb. 20, 2026 by Fonterra
- Taupo, New Zealand
- N/A
- Full Time
Health & Safety Business Partner
General Information
Date Published
20-Feb-2026
Advertising Ends
05-Mar-2026
ID#
14861
Role Type
Quality & Safety
Work Type
Fixed-Term Full-Time
Workplace Type
On-site
Country
New Zealand
Location
Taupo & Southern Waikato
Position Description
Our Co-operative
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
The H&S Business Partnering team supports the management of health and safety within COO (office of the Chief Operating Officer) and forms part of the Global Health, Safety, and Wellbeing team. Across COO, the support provided by the team involves working with leaders and teams within NZ Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, Global Engineering & Technology, Food Safety & Quality and supporting business units.
The team has embarked on a significant transformation programme to continue a journey of improvement in health and safety and is working with the business to embed new mindsets and practices including the implementation of Human and Organisational Performance and operational learning approaches.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Regional Health & Safety Manager CNI, this 12-month fixed term role provides an excellent opportunity to further develop your health and safety career while supporting a dynamic operational environment. We are seeking a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Business Partner to join our team at the Tirau site, where you will experience variety, meaningful challenges, and the chance to make a real impact while covering a parental leave period.
Our Tirau site produces casein, lactalbumin and lactose slurry for international food and industrial markets, with casein and lactalbumin primarily used in infant formula and sports nutrition. The site has recently upgraded its wastewater treatment plant as part of ongoing efforts to improve discharge quality and environmental performance. Known for its agility in managing variable milk volumes and its capability to treat high strength streams, Tirau remains a vital and flexible asset for the region.
You will play a pivotal role in fostering a strong safety culture across all areas of the operational environment. You will support the implementation of Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) plans, be responsible for monitoring activities and support the continuous improvement of health and safety practices to enable compliance, minimise risks, and promote employee well-being. As the H&S Business Partner, you will build trusted relationships with stakeholders and coach on best practice health and safety.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to ensure best practice H&S standards and meet company and site safety objectives.
- Understand the business environment to anticipate safety issues and associated risks and provide practical solutions.
- Engage with key stakeholders to execute second‑line assurance processes, ensuring transparent reporting, robust control testing, and alignment with organisational risk standards.
- Analyse event trending and support the management of incidents and contractors within our Health and Safety Management System.
- Coach and lead quality learning reviews with shared learnings and corrective actions to enhance systems and processes aimed at enabling successful work.
- Support sites permit to work improvement and use.
- Ensure the H&S management systems are up to date and regulatory changes are adhered to.
- Plan and track HSW strategies across weekly, monthly, and quarterly timelines and present insights.
- Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term position.
Mōu | About You
We are seeking a practical, experienced, relationship driven individual with a passion for HSW - someone who excels within a close-knit team of dedicated professionals and demonstrates a strong ability to embrace and navigate challenges.
You will bring strong coaching and influencing skills, enabling leaders and employees to apply best practice health and safety standards. Your ability to build trust, manage expectations, and engage stakeholders with confidence will support effective, practical HSW outcomes across the site.
To make an impact in this role you will have:
- Proven experience in a health and safety advisory or business partnering role.
- Preferably hold a relevant health and safety certificate or diploma (NEBOSH, Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent).
- Strong technical health and safety expertise ideally from a manufacturing or high-risk environment.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and standards including process safety, and hazardous substances risk management
- Ability to implement adaptive HSW strategies in diverse settings.
- Ability to instil trust across a diverse workforce and establish meaningful relationships with stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment plus being adaptable to change and ambiguity.
- Analytical mindset to investigate and learn from incidents and trends to develop robust preventive measures.
- Above all, you'll be a trusted advisor, helping to shape strategic initiatives and deliver practical solutions that make a real difference.
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
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
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.
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.
You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.
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.
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.
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 Thursday 5th March 2026.
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March 22, 2026
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