Automation Engineer

Our Smithfield site in Western Sydney manufactures a range of more than 60 fruit juice, fruit drink and water ice products. The site currently manufactures approximately 110 million litres of finished goods every year, including The Juice Brothers, Daily Juice, Mildura and Zooper Dooper.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Automation Engineer to join our Engineering team. While prior experience is valued, we're also open to applications from junior engineers or recent graduates who are passionate about automation and keen to learn. In this role, you\'ll report to the Engineering Leader and contribute to the automation control strategy on-site. You\'ll be supported by a collaborative team and have opportunities to grow your technical expertise across manufacturing, quality assurance, maintenance, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. We\'re looking for someone who is motivated, curious, and ready to take on challenges with a problem-solving mindset.

• Provide technical support for manufacturing, with guidance and mentoring available
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects using automation to enhance production capability and reliability
• Assist with the implementation of PLC/HMI/SCADA/MES projects, or help define scopes of work for external contractors
• Support the design, implementation, and validation of software changes for automated plant processes
• Help develop technical documentation for system design, specifications, reports, change management, testing, and commissioning

• Some exposure to automation or process engineering is beneficial, but not essential—we\'re happy to support your development
• Interest in PLC and SCADA programming, HMI, and MES development and configuration; experience with Rockwell, Proficy iFIX, or Ignition is a plus
• Willingness to learn S88 Batch principles; familiarity with Zi-Batch is a bonus
• A passion for process improvement and a desire to develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude, with the ability to build positive relationships across teams

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

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

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. We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia