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!
Drive electrical reliability and improve site performance
Collaborate with a supportive, high‑performing team
Join an iconic Australian FMCG brand
The Role
Our Crestmead dairy site near Logan, south of Brisbane, manufactures and distributes a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced direct from 35 dairy farms in the south-east Queensland region. Producing around 100 million litres of product per year!
We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our team on a permanent, full‑time basis.
In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient site operations, working closely with production and maintenance teams. You’ll contribute through hands‑on electrical support, proactive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives that help the team perform at its best.
The successful candidates will be available to work weekly rotating shifts, Monday to Saturday, across day, afternoon, and night shifts.
Responsibilities
Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment and electrical systems, responding to breakdowns in a timely and practical way.
Perform preventative maintenance to improve performance and reduce downtime.
Support and guide team members by sharing knowledge and coaching safe equipment use.
Ensure all work is completed in line with engineering, safety, and food quality standards.
Contribute to continuous improvement and safety initiatives, helping build a strong site culture
About you
Fully licensed Electrician with experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong problem‑solving skills, with experience in root cause analysis
Knowledge of automation systems including PLCs, SCADA, and industrial networks
Confident in fault‑finding and troubleshooting across electrical systems
Able to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and P&IDs
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
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.
The Bega Group is home to many trusted and wholesome food brands that are enjoyed in Australia and all around the world. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with a turnover in excess of $3 billion is made possible by our values and outward-looking perspective. We have approximately 4,000 passionate employees, working across 20 manufacturing sites and corporate offices who are helping us achieve our vision to become The Great Australian Food Company. To achieve this vision, we focus on creating great food, inspiring great people, having great aspirations and working for the greater good.
We run the largest cold chain network in Australia, which allows us to service our customers across Australia and beyond. Our customer service and sales team members work across our sites and on the road to assist customers from supermarkets and convenience outlets through the schools, hospitals and the local milk bar. Our passion for the customer underpins everything we do.
Whether it’s your favourite spreads like Vegemite and Bega Peanut Butter on toast, a dash of Dairy Farmers milk in your morning coffee, a Big M or Dare Iced Coffee 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.
