Reliability and Engineering Manager - [Archived Advertisement]

Reliability and Engineering Manager

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 position
• Aussie owned, Aussie made, Aussie loved!
• Join an engaged & high technical team
• Monthly salary + Additional bonus

The Role

Our Lenah Valley site in Hobart manufactures a range of more than 60 milk, milk-based and cream products, with all products made from fresh milk sourced directly from Tasmanian dairy farms.  The site currently produces around 40 million litres of product every year, operating 6 days a week and employing around 50 people.

The role is to drive internal and external resources, and scheduling /assigning work to meet short and long term reliability strategies with a strong focus on lean manufacturing principles

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance for effective repairs and implement proactive initiatives to prevent future issues.
• Utilize reliability resources efficiently, manage contractors, and engage expert assistance for major breakdowns and root cause analysis.
• Facilitate equipment and process changes to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all contractors comply with Bega’s safety policies and site processes, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Provide guidance to Automation Process Control Improvements - Implement automation process control improvements to streamline operations and increase efficiency

About you

• People management experience – small to medium team
• Bachelor Degree or equivalent level of reliability management experience
• Effectively influence and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to achieve maintenance and reliability goals.
• Strong functional, technical capability
• FMCG Experience or similar is highly regarded

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.

Must hold a current Australian driver’s license

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.