Join us at Danone, where your work touches lives and contributes to a healthier world. As a global leader with a unique health-focused portfolio in food and beverages, we are driven by a mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible. Embedded in our culture is a profound sense of purpose and a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community. At Danone, we believe in the power of our people, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where our core values of humanism, openness, enthusiasm, and proximity lead the way to achieve our goals. 

ABOUT THE JOB

You will be the first point of contact for all visitors at our Balclutha manufacturing site. Your role is to provide excellent customer service and support to staff, contractors, and visitors. This includes preparing Wise Inductions, creating access cards, providing PPE, assisting with logistics (such as taxis), and answering and directing incoming telephone calls, while welcoming and announcing visitors. You will assist with site and security-related queries (e.g., issuing swipe cards), manage incoming and outgoing mail, courier, fruit, milk, water, and consumables deliveries, and maintain and update relevant internal documentation (e.g., phone and address lists). You will also attend to invoices, create and receive purchase orders, and support the HR team with administration, communications, and the roll-out of benefits onsite. Assisting with checks and audits to ensure cleaning is carried out to an expected standard.

You will;

• Issue and maintain swipe card access for employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, couriers, and deliveries (fruit, milk, water, consumables).
• Maintain office and kitchen supplies, ordering as needed.
• Support the HR team with admin tasks and communications.
• Compile new starter and parental leave toolkits and policy booklets.
• Manage employee benefits (e.g. Long Service Awards, Champion Awards, Flu Jabs, Health Insurance).
• Assist with recruitment (phone screening, booking interviews, pre-employment checks).
• Create, maintain, and receive purchase orders for reception and site consumables.
• Organise catering for events and support event setup.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.

This vacancy is a permanent part-time position, working Monday - Friday, 8 am - 1:30 pm (minimum guaranteed 27.5 hours per week).

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience in a similar administration or reception role.
• Friendly, professional manner and good personal presentation.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Able to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Results-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with experience in Visio and SAP considered a valuable bonus.
• NCEA Level 3 or equivalent; business administration qualifications desirable.
• A strong interest or prior experience in HR administration would be a distinct advantage.

ABOUT US

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.  We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarters is in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are proud owners of some of the best-known brands worldwide, including favourites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare

Located in the beautiful vista of Greenfield, just 20 minutes from Balclutha in the South Otago region, Danone Nutricia NZ spray drying plant employs state-of-the-art European technology to manufacture and package high-quality nutritional powders. Our farm-fresh quality NZ milk is collected, delivered and processed daily, ensuring only the best for our consumers. Our operation prides itself on delivering the finest food and ingredients to help stand by the consumers of our products.

Visit our website, WE ARE DANONE, to know more about us.

WE OFFER

We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.

• A high-performing, collaborative team culture
• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success
• Competitive Total Reward package including
• Health and Life insurance for all perm & FTC employees (12-month contract or more)
• 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
• Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service
• Performance-related incentives and annual reviews

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your CV with us. Applications close Friday, 21 November 2025, but we will be reviewing applications as they come in, so get in quick!

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company.