Design & Commissioning Manager at Goodman Fielder New Zealand

Position Design & Commissioning Manager
Posted 05 Jul 2026
Expired 04 Aug 2026
Company Goodman Fielder New Zealand
Location Palmerston North | NZ
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Goodman Fielder New Zealand for the position of Design & Commissioning Manager. If the Design & Commissioning Manager vacancy in Palmerston North matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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About the Role

Fixed‑term Design & Commissioning Manager to join the Meadow Fresh dairy manufacturing site in Longburn, Palmerston North. The role ensures all design and commissioning activities deliver fit‑for‑purpose, safe, and operable outcomes for the expansion project.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary design across expansions to processing, packaging, automation, utilities and buildings
  • Review and endorse layouts, specifications, drawings, and technical documentation prior to Issue for Construction (IFC) whilst ensuring compliance with hygienic design, Safety in Design, regulatory & site engineering standards
  • Act as the primary technical interface between project delivery, operations, quality, HS&E, automation, and external vendors
  • Define and lead the commissioning strategy, philosophy, and readiness criteria including coordinating and participating in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

Note: Role is a 18‑month fixed‑term contract.

About You

We are looking for a Project leader with extensive capital project delivery experience.

Key experiences and skillsets:

  • An Engineering qualification (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation) is beneficial; a qualification in Project Management would be advantageous
  • Proven leadership across design, commissioning, and start‑up in a manufacturing environment
  • Full understanding of hygienic design and Safety in design with expertise in risk management
  • Safety and Quality first approach to champion safe practices across all phases of delivery
What we can offer

You will be joining a driven team of professionals who genuinely enjoy working together in a highly collaborative and flexible work environment. In return we offer a competitive remuneration package and support for personal and professional growth and development. At Goodman Fielder, we aim to be a destination employer in the food industry where we don't just offer jobs – we offer long‑term careers.

At Goodman Fielder, we strongly believe in diversity and inclusion in everything we do. If you require any support throughout your application process, we encourage you to get in touch to let us know. We encourage applications from people of all abilities, cultures and gender identities. If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact us, via .

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Job Info:

  • Company: Goodman Fielder New Zealand
  • Position: Design & Commissioning Manager
  • Work Location: Palmerston North
  • Country: NZ

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