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Rotating Day and Night shift, 2-5 days working per week, 12 hours each dayAustralian owned company, Dynamic team cultureAttractive hourly rate, 5 weeks annual leave per yearQualification training is provided for suitable candidateHours of work will be required to provide production support on a rotating 24hr, 7 day a week shift roster. The Role

Our Ridge street site services many customers in a contract manufacturing capacity focused on packaged, natural and processed cheeses. These include the renown Bega cheese blocks- mild, tasty, and vintage, shredded and cubed cheese, natural slices, parmesan, colby, mozzarella and burger slice cheeses and an exciting new Lactose and Dairy Free range. You will be responsible for carrying out the installation and maintenance of a range of mechanical, automated & high-speed equipment to the applicable standards within a team environment. Please note this role works on a rotating roster, candidates must be ok working across days, nights and weekends.This role is based in Bega Valley Shire, regional NSW.

ResponsibilitiesComplete planned preventative, predictive and corrective work to support the safety, quality and reliability of the production equipmentProvide Breakdown support to production to maximise uptimeProvide feedback from tasks and assist with reliability improvement programs to increase reliabilityWork as part of operational readiness teams for new equipment/plant installations and provide technical inputMaintain high standards in relation to Safe Work PracticesAbout youCert 3 mechanical engineering - mechanical trade - fitting and turning, relevant experience in welding and fabrication are also welcomedConfined Space, Boiler Ticket and Working at Height are good to haveBasic computer skill - MEX system & excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with team members and management effectivelyPrevious experience in Food Industry or FMCG is preferredPunctual, reliable and a team player with a positive and can-do attitudeBega 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 cultureGrow with us, through opportunities for career development and progressionContribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner withAccess to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programsEnjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insuranceApplications

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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• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
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