Laboratory Technician at Bega Group in Port of Melbourne, Victoria, AU

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!

• Permanent Full-Time, Monday to Friday site based role
• Work for an iconic brand, home of many Australian products
• Central location, free onsite parking, onsite café & subsidised merchandise

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, high-performing team based at Port Melbourne for this Monday to Friday permanent position.

The Role

Our Port Melbourne site is not only the home of Vegemite it is also the home of other Australian iconic products, such as Bega Peanut Butter, Bega Simply Nuts, Zoosh and Cream Cheese. VEGEMITE has been proudly made in Port Melbourne, Australia since 1923.

The chemistry section at the Port Melbourne site functions as a quality and product release laboratory. The laboratory was established in December 2020 and continues to expand its range of offered tests for Bega products across Australia.

We are looking for a driven and fantastic experience Laboratory Technician to join our technician's team and impact our day-to-day dairy products testing, samples, and analysis to meet Bega's high standards. Previous experience working in a fast-paced lab is essential, as well as experience with HPLC and HPLC sample preparation.

Some of the perks of working at Port Melbourne include, free onsite parking, onsite café, free gym, free flu vaccination program, subsidised merchandise, kitchens filled with our goodies including vegemite and peanut butter! What more could you ask for?

This role works Monday to Friday, Permanent full time based on site in Port Melbourne with flexible start and finish times.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis using instrumentation (HPLC and UPLC) and wet chemistry techniques.
• Performing reagent preparation and equipment maintenance/internal calibration verification check as per laboratory schedule.
• Preparation and maintenance of SOP’s and validation reports.
• Participate in problem-solving routines and maintain work area. High Attention to detail is extremely crucial.
• Assist in the continuing expansion of analytical testing at the Port Melbourne site by carrying out method development and validation

About you

• Minimum five years of experience in chemistry laboratory on HPLC instrumentation, preferably in food composition analyses and able to perform validation and implementation of test methods such as Water- and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
• Experience with HPLC and HPLC sample preparation is essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business.

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.