Maintenance Fitter - Casual

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 Tatura site is an icon in the region, well known around the world for its quality dairy products. As well as being the country’s largest producer of cream cheese, it also produces infant formula, nutritional lactoferrin, various milk powders, plus our famous single serve butter.

We’re looking for a proactive and collaborative Maintenance Fitter to join our team on a casual basis. In this hands-on role, you’ll support the smooth running of our operations by performing maintenance and repairs on plant equipment. Your problem-solving mindset and commitment to safety will help us maintain a productive and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

Proactively maintain mechanical equipment to ensure smooth and reliable operations.

Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.

Support production goals by servicing pumps, valves, conveyors, and dairy processing systems.

Champion safety and quality standards, including HACCP and GMP compliance.

Contribute to continuous improvement through thoughtful problem-solving and detailed maintenance records.

About you

A trade qualification (Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or similar)

Experience in food or dairy manufacturing

Confidence with mechanical systems, hydraulics & fabrication

A strong eye for safety and quality (HACCP/GMP knowledge)

Bonus if you’ve used CMMS or hold extra tickets!

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.

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