Total 8 job vacancies by Bega Cheese Limited

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!

Express your interest in the Bega Group Graduate Program 2025!

Do you have a hunger to learn and a thirst for knowledge? Do you want to launch your career at the home of VEGEMITE and Dare Iced Coffee?! Do you want to build your professional profile at an Aussie owned company with the aim to grow sustainably by reducing our impact on the natural environment, while making a positive contribution for the greater good of society, the economy and environment? Bega Group is thrilled to announce we are welcoming expressions of interest for our 2025 graduate program!

We are in high growth mode and seeking ambitious and determined graduates to join our dedicated workforce, qualified and available to start a permanent role in January 2025.

We will accept applications from the following candidates:

• Full Australian Working Rights

• Completed degree within the last three years (2022, 2023, 2024)

• Your study has been completed at an Australian or New Zealand university

• Provides academic transcript once study complete (with a ‘pass’ score minimum)

• Willing to attend assessment centre day (date and location tbc)

• Able to start full time permanent work in January 2025

Highlights of the Bega Group program include:

• A permanent role with Bega Group aligned to your strengths post rotations

• A mix of practical, on the job learning and professional development opportunities

• Attend innovative and structured workshops

• Opportunities to fast-track your leadership potential

• Creating a professional network across the Bega Group nationally, including exposure and accessibility to senior leaders

• Learn to business partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities

• Gain valuable experience within a large-scale Tier 1 FMCG business

• Diverse and inclusive workplace and a healthy work/life balance

We would love to hear from you so please express your interest to stay up to date with graduate roles here at Bega Group.

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!

About The Role

We are currently searching for a Production Manager with strong management skills to join our team in Strathmerton, Victoria.

This role will be based at one of our largest sites in the country, where you will lead a high-performing team to achieve daily targets for Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Productivity KPIs. You will manage a large group of Supervisors and Operators across 24/7 operations in a fast-paced environment.

If you are someone who strives for excellence every day, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team.

Located on the Murray Valley Highway, a little over 200 KMs north of Melbourne, nestled on the Murray River and surrounded by irrigated dairy farms and orchards, this picturesque town of Strathmerton is the home to one of our large Bega Cheese plants.

.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of strong and passionate employees to maximize team potential and outcomes

• Develop the skills, abilities, and potential of the Supervisors to enhance their growth and personal job satisfaction.

• Lead and manage operations within the team to budget expectations

• Ensure compliance with all site requirements and drive a culture of Safety - Promote the core value of Safety Always.

• Communicate and facilitate agreed operational strategies, objectives, and action plans

About you

• Tertiary qualification or relevant certification to manufacturing 

• Demonstrated leadership abilities in a managerial or supervisory role for a min of two years. 

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to coach and mentor staff

• An ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment

• Sound knowledge of LEAN manufacturing or Manufacturing Excellence is good to have

The Bega Group Story

The 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 at the Bega Group. Being recently named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company!

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 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!
 

Life at the 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

At the 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.

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!

Perform laboratory tests on chemicals, analyse test data and carry out technical functions in support of a wide variety of foods including vegemite!

• Opportunity to grow with the organisation under a highly experienced team

• Work for an iconic Australian brand!

• Free parking, cafeteria and kitchens filled with our products to enjoy.

The Role

Based at our Port Melbourne site, we have an excellent opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join the Chemistry team.

Reporting to the Section Manager Chemistry, the purpose of this role is to perform laboratory tests on chemicals, analyse test data and carry out technical functions in support of a wide variety of foods.

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.

This role would suit someone with 1-2 years’ experience in chemical food testing and has an understanding of testing techniques.  

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of chemical testing for our products, including preparation, maintenance and analysis using a range of techniques

• Prepare and maintain lab equipment and conduct calibration verification as per the laboratory schedule

• Implement quality improvements and provide feedback on them using internal change management systems and protocols

• Follow Bega’s’ and laboratory specific OH&S policies, procedures and mandatory instructions.

• Develop own capabilities in chemical food testing by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training

About you

• Experience in chemical food testing, including benchtop gravimetric, titration and physical properties for Bega products

• Understanding of chemical techniques, able to troubleshoot method failures and offer input to improve laboratory testing systems

• Knowledgeable with regards to laboratory quality systems as per ISO17025

• Taking initiative while working with the team to ensure testing and projects are done in a timely manner

• Willing to learn and grow with the business

The Bega Group Story

The 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 the 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 the 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.

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!

The Role

We’re currently recruiting for a Collections Officer to join our Docklands office, managing end-to-end Collection Activity for an assigned portfolio of Local and export Customers.

Reporting to the Collections Manager - Non-Grocery, your main responsibility will be to deliver efficient and effective management of several partner accounts, including timely processing of all payments and deductions whilst managing compliance with terms.

This is a Hybrid position, mixing between Bega's Docklands office and working from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Account Management for medium transactional Accounts across multiple sites.

• Management of all Customer Queries, and Reconciliations

• Daily / Weekly Payment Allocation.

• Timely processing of customer payments, remittances, deductions and associated follow-up

• Deliver on collection activity KPIs  

• Tradespend processing.

About you

• A strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement skills

• Accounts receivable and credit management and process knowledge

• Strong reconciliation skills and good knowledge about rebates and deductions.

• Experience with an ERP system, ideally SAP

• Ability to add value and input to continuous improvement projects.

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!

The Role 

Bega Group has an exciting opportunity within the Finance team to own, oversee, and manage the Group's suppliers' data, from creation, maintaining, supporting, and offboarding,

The Master Data Analyst will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, navigating between systems and stakeholders, and has high standards and appreciation for data integrity and hygiene. 

You will be part of a close-knit team, enjoying fantastic culture within your immediate team and the broader organisation. 

As part of our Flex policy, this is a hybrid role, working between our head office in Docklands, 3008, and working from home to support your work-life balance. 

Responsibilities 

• Working with a broad stakeholder base across the Bega Group to manage the data creation, changes, and maintenance on the supplier's platform.

• Owning the Master Data workflow change request process, resolving and escalating issues according to Bega's process.

• Guarantee the change management process is strictly maintained to ensure high data integrity is upheld and meets business rules, compliance, and internal audit requirements.

• Proactively provide continuous improvement to the process and never compromise on high-level standards.

• Deliver a high level of service to our internal and external customers.

About you 

• Solid background in a similar role, preferably within FMCG
• Prior experience with SAP/M3 is desirable, as well as excellent skills in MS EXCEL, WORD, and POWERPOINT
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about process improvement and always strive to get better. 

The Bega Group Story  

The 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 the 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 

At the 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. 

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!

The Role

As safety and wellbeing is one of Bega’s Group main priorities, we have a newly created role at our Strathmerton site for a passionate and people-focused individual to join the site as a Safety and Wellbeing Officer to own, oversee and define safety and wellbeing policies and provide safety and wellbeing guidance.

In this unique opportunity, you will support the site’s Safety Advisor with developing, implementing, and monitoring programs to prevent injuries or health impairment.

You will be integral in improving safety performance at the site by positively influencing site safety practices and behaviours on a strategic and operational level. You will engage with the site’s workforce to increase safety maturity and awareness of day-to-day operations and activities. Flexible work arrangements (as agreed with your manager) are available, noting this role is based full-time at an operational manufacturing site.

Our Strathmerton, site is located on the Victoria-New South Wales border and is where our various cheese products get processed, wrapped, and packaged into various forms ready for distribution throughout Australia and export.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the site leadership team, internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement site initiatives on various communication and training strategies around preventative injury management.  

• Minimise risk exposures and ensure adherence to regulatory standards by working with all internal functions to ensure compliance programs are appropriately implemented and maintained.

• Act as a Safety and Wellbeing SME by advising on the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, resolving queries and issues, and escalating Safety issues as required.

• Championing safety by constantly looking at Process Improvement initiatives and ways to increase safety performance and engagement.

• Simplify and support with the translation of Bega’s corporate policies around safety and wellbeing and ensure a high level of understanding and clarity from the site’s employees. 

About you

• Ability to showcase commitment to the safety and wellbeing of others.

• Experience working in a complex manufacturing environment and familiarity with safety policies and procedures.

• Qualifications in related fields, such as WHS, Welling, and Injury Management/ RTW, will be an advantage.

• Ability to influence decision-making and make a positive impact on both internal and external stakeholders.

• Has strong computer and technical skills and enjoys learning new systems when required. 

The Bega Group Story

The 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 the 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

At the 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.

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!

• Join a large Australian owned iconic brand based any of our offices around Australia

• A National/Group level role given full autonomy to develop and create best practice

• Become the SME for MRO Inventory at Bega Group

About the role

Embrace a challenging role as Senior Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Inventory Specialist working across Bega’s national manufacturing network. This newly created role will drive operational excellence by leading the standardisation and optimisation of MRO inventory master data and associated business process. You will coach and develop site-based stores and purchasing roles, develop and improve business processes, analyse data, and identify strategic inventory opportunities. The role will also provide functional expertise in the ongoing development of our Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Other responsibilities:

Maintenance Inventory Catalogue Standardisation

• Lead the standardisation of MEX Stores Catalogue master data (100,000+ items)

• Stock Class

• Naming nomenclature

Unlock inventory efficiencies through technology, system & analytical capabilities

• Lead the integration of the CMMS & ERPs (M3/GEP & SAP) to achieve streamlined stock replenishment (MRP) and purchasing processes

• Develop a data and analytics strategy to support further procurement and working capital cost reduction

• Align preferred suppliers to catalogue items to achieve procurement benefits

• Develop governance structure to maintain data integrity into the future

Coach site-based resources on process alignment to business processes

• Stock/Cycle Counting

• MRP purchasing

• Cost centre allocation alignment

• Catalogue nomenclature / master data integrity

Redundant equipment management

• Lead the cataloguing & re-deployment or sale of redundant assets across the network

About you:

• Practical experience in MRO inventory space – experience with maintenance store directly or Master data governance role.

• Background in FMCG or similar industry i.e. Heavy Industry, Manufacturing, Transport, Engineering.

• Highly influential – ability to indirectly lead 20+ site based roles to achieve best practice inventory management 

• Exceptional communication skills at all levels.

The Bega Story

Bega Cheese 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 at Bega. Being recently named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company!

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $2 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 Bega, 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!

Life at Bega

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

At Bega, 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 for roles at Bega.

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

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!

Lead a highly skilled and dynamic service team

Work for an iconic Australian brand!

Flexible and Hybrid working arrangement

The Role

This role is critical in ensuring the seamless delivery of our services to our valued clients. You will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end service delivery process, building and maintaining client relationships, and ensuring our team consistently exceeds client expectations.

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.

This role includes a requirement to be “on call”. It is also following our flexible working policy with a requirement to be in the office at least two days and the rest can be worked from home.

Responsibilities

• Manage user support area with guidance from senior colleagues, developing a user support plan and delivering activities while solving complex issues to meet user support standards

• Design and plan fault isolation and resolution for complex challenges to limit and address issues promptly

• Create and maintain complex technical and/or user documentation to a high standard and ensure information is accessible and available if and when problems occur

• Communicate actions needed to implement the function’s strategy and business plan within the team

• Manage relationships with internal clients and act as acting as the face of IT, building high levels of professional credibility and mutual trust, and managing the deployment of appropriate internal and/or external resources to support in delivering business strategy and plans

About you

• Knowledge and working experience in ITIL accompanied with a certification

• Information systems equivalent degree

• A background in FMCG or Supply Chain / Logistics

• Experience in incident management and ability to have these responded to quickly

• Ability to build rapport and manage stakeholder relationships internally as well as external vendors

The Bega Group Story

The 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 the 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

At the 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.