Network Support & Operations Engineer

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.

This is a full‑time contract role through to 31 July 2026, where you’ll play a key part in supporting Fonterra’s technical team and driving the successful delivery of network solutions across the business. You’ll be involved in everything from minor enhancements to major site upgrades, ensuring projects run smoothly and align with established standards.

This role offers the chance to work on complex enterprise networks, collaborate with multiple vendors and stakeholders, and contribute to the rollout of cutting‑edge technologies like SDWAN and advanced Cisco solutions. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise can make a real impact, this is it.

You’re an experienced network professional with a strong background in Cisco technologies and enterprise‑scale network design and implementation. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, balancing technical depth with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Ideally, you bring :

• 7–10 years’ experience in network engineering, with a focus on Cisco solutions.
• Proven ability to manage technical delivery and collaborate across teams and vendors.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to mitigating technical risks.
• Certifications such as CCNP or higher (active or inactive) are highly regarded.
• Deep technical expertise, including :
• Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
• Network protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and IP routing.
• SDWAN deployment and integration experience.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Knowledge of network automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible) is a plus.

If you’re passionate about delivering high‑quality network solutions and enjoy working on complex projects, we’d love to hear from you.

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identity or experience.

These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other.

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

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).

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