Electrical Engineer

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.

This role reports to the maintenance manager, who is responsible for developing and delivering electrical projects. The role involves guiding and advising electrical trades, both internal and contractors, to ensure that projects meet the needs of the Ridge St site.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and systems for emergency repairs and perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Improve workforce productivity by providing technical support to eliminate potential delays and identify and resolve electrical issues.
• Install, commission, and provide ongoing support for electrical projects, including the electrical design of manufacturing plant and equipment
• Lead machine safety projects from hazard identification and risk assessment to completion and validation, providing technical guidance as needed.
• Ensure work is carried out according to Bega Group's commitment to safe engineering practices and high-quality standards.

About you

• Grade A Electrical License and Cert III in Electrotechnology with a minimum of three years of experience as an electrical trade/electrical engineer
• Certification as a Machine Safety Expert (TUV NORD) – Obtained or willingness to obtain
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering – Obtained or willingness to obtain
• Desired knowledge of PLC fault finding and project management experience
• A solid technical focus, with the ability to learn and apply new concepts and continuously improve

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M 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.