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
We are currently seeking a Maintenance Fitter to join our Maintenance team at Strathmerton- VIC.
The Site is Located on the Murray Valley Highway, a little over 200 KMs north of Melbourne, nestled on the Murray River and surrounded by irrigated dairy farms and orchards, this picturesque town of Strathmerton is the home to one of our large Bega Cheese plants.
Reporting to the Reliability Supervisor, this role is responsible for providing mechanical maintenance support for site operations. This includes handling breakdowns, maintenance, and improvement requirements, and would be ideal for someone with a focus on continuous improvement to ensure the safety, quality, and productivity of the plant.
It’s a 12-month fixed-term position. The incumbent is expected to work a rotational shift pattern of four days on and four days off and should be flexible enough to adjust accordingly.
Responsibilities
Perform quick troubleshooting and diagnosis of equipment and systems for emergency repairs, as well as corrective and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
Proactively identify and resolve potential delays caused by mechanical maintenance issues to improve workforce productivity and prevent future problems.
Collaborate effectively with electrical /automation trades on shift to develop and implement sustainable solutions to production issues.
Constantly seek to improve processes and actively participate in various projects to drive operational excellence.
Adhere to engineering and safety standards while performing tasks and take necessary measures to develop and implement safe systems at work, ensuring a safe working environment for all.
About you
Cert 111 mechanical certification with similar experience in a FMCG /manufacturing environment
Sound knowledge of process improvement and problem-solving techniques
Ability to communicate and willing to work as part of a team
Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
A safety-first mindset
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M 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.