Site Administration Lead (Whareroa Site)

About the role

Fonterra is seeking a Site Administration Lead for its Whareroa site, one of the company’s largest operations. Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will coordinate all administrative activities, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and supporting the leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate site administration workflows and continuously improve processes and systems.
• Prepare documentation, produce accurate minutes, actions, and reports.
• Support data collection, reporting, and tracking of key dates and requirements.
• Organise meetings and events, handling logistics, catering, visitors and enquiries.
• Assist with site requirements such as business continuity planning, procurement support, and compliance tracking.
• Manage practical coordination tasks including vehicle fleet administration and site security access.

Required profile

• Proven administration experience, preferably in a busy site or operational environment.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and follow‑through with great attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Discreet handling of sensitive information and a practical approach to compliance, safety and quality.
• Continuous‑improvement mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks.

Required skills

• Advanced MS Office skills.
• Ability to learn new systems (SAP experience is a plus).