Bega Cheese

Operations Technician

Crestmead (QLD) Full time

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

The Role

Our Crestmead dairy site near Logan, south of Brisbane, manufactures and distributes a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced direct from 35 dairy farms in the south-east Queensland region. Producing around 100 million litres of product per year!

The Operations Technician is a frontline expert who supports Production and Engineering teams in meeting operational goals efficiently and in accordance with corporate policies. This role provides leadership and coaching to site operators, drives continuous improvement, and offers opportunities to develop cross-functional skills while enhancing overall site performance.
 

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support preventative maintenance, including mechanical servicing and coordinating contractors

  • Operate a variety of equipment in lab, processing, and production settings

  • Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to help identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

  • Carry out quality assurance activities, including sampling, GMP and CIP audits

  • Assist with VAT planning and control room testing

About you

  • Mechanical aptitude – no formal qualifications required

  • A growth mindset and strong communication skills

  • High level of accountability across multiple areas

  • Basic computer literacy

  • Experience in FMCG manufacturing or a related field (preferred but not essential)

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare  on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
 

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

  • Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture

  • Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression

  • Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with

  • Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs

  • Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.