At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and enhance production equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Company: Join Bega Group, an iconic Australian FMCG brand with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, career development, and health programs.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with potential for permanent position and excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that creates beloved Australian food products and supports local communities.
- Qualifications: Cert III in Mechanical Engineering and experience in FMCG or manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Drive maintenance, reliability, and equipment performance. Join an iconic Australian FMCG brand with a 12-month fixed-term opportunity.
The Role
We're looking for a Maintenance Fitter to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract and play a key role in supporting the performance, reliability and efficiency of our production equipment. This is a hands‐on position where your technical expertise will directly contribute to safe operations, product quality and overall site performance. This role is initially offered as a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, with the potential to transition to a permanent full-time position for the right candidate, subject to business requirements and performance.
Our Penrith site is located in Greater Western Sydney on the banks of the Nepean River and manufactures a range of more than 50 milk‐based products. The site currently produces around 170 million litres of product every year! We proudly source milk from around 60 dairy farms across NSW and are passionate about supporting local products.
The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to work a rotating 12-hour day shift roster (5:00AM - 5:00PM) and 10‐hour night shift roster (5:00 PM-3:00 AM), including weekdays and weekends (Monday to Sunday).
Responsibilities
- Carrying out preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
- Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and reliability programs.
- Supporting new equipment installations and providing technical input during commissioning.
- Ensuring all work is completed in line with engineering, safety, and food quality standards.
About you
- Cert III in Mechanical Engineering or relevant trade qualification (essential).
- Experience in FMCG or manufacturing, ideally with dairy processing or packaging equipment.
- Strong problem‐solving capability, with a practical approach to identifying root causes and improving performance.
- Understanding of asset care and maintenance systems, with a focus on reliability and consistency.
- A collaborative, team‐focused approach, with clear communication and the ability to build positive working relationships.
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.
Maintenance Fitter employer: Bega Group
Bega Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and dynamic work culture in the heart of Western Australia. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while working with iconic brands in the food and beverage sector. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment that empowers Territory Managers to excel in their roles and make a meaningful impact in the community.
