Apprentice Mechanical - Studholme
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About the role
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.
Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us
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.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the opportunity
Start your career with one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest companies while earning a New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Maintenance) through our fully funded apprenticeship programme.
As a Mechanical Apprentice at Studholme, 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 Mechanical Engineer.
You'll gain exposure to:
Equipment breakdowns and fault diagnostics
Preventative, corrective and shutdown maintenance
Maintenance planning and scheduling
Mechanical motors, pumps, valves and rotating equipment
Site utilities, including boilers and supporting infrastructure
Welding, fabrication and vibration analysis
Highly automated manufacturing processes and robotics
Modern technologies used across New Zealand's largest dairy manufacturing sites
No two days will be the same. You'll learn how to maintain, troubleshoot and improve critical 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 equipment and technology.
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:
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
Mōu | About you
We're looking for people who are curious, motivated to learn, and excited about building a career in Mechanical Engineering.
To be considered, you'll need to:
Have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, NCEA Level 2 with Maths and English, 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 earlycareers@fonterra.com. We're committed to ensuring everyone can participate fully and be at their best.
Tātou, tātou.
Applications close on Tuesday 6th October 2026.
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.
Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us
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.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About the opportunity
Start your career with one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest companies while earning a New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Maintenance) through our fully funded apprenticeship programme.
As a Mechanical Apprentice at Studholme, 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 Mechanical Engineer.
You'll gain exposure to:
Equipment breakdowns and fault diagnostics
Preventative, corrective and shutdown maintenance
Maintenance planning and scheduling
Mechanical motors, pumps, valves and rotating equipment
Site utilities, including boilers and supporting infrastructure
Welding, fabrication and vibration analysis
Highly automated manufacturing processes and robotics
Modern technologies used across New Zealand's largest dairy manufacturing sites
No two days will be the same. You'll learn how to maintain, troubleshoot and improve critical 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 equipment and technology.
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:
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
Mōu | About you
We're looking for people who are curious, motivated to learn, and excited about building a career in Mechanical Engineering.
To be considered, you'll need to:
Have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, NCEA Level 2 with Maths and English, 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 earlycareers@fonterra.com. We're committed to ensuring everyone can participate fully and be at their best.
Tātou, tātou.
Applications close on Tuesday 6th October 2026.