Electrical Technician

Bega Cheese; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Purchased leave

Salary continuance insurance

Job summary

Bega Group in Western Sydney is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for a permanent, full-time Afternoon Shift role. You’ll work on modern manufacturing equipment, perform electrical maintenance, and troubleshoot to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

Join a supportive, high-performing team at a iconic Australian FMCG brand, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while upholding food quality and safety standards across the site.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully licensed Electrician with manufacturing experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of automation systems including PLCs/SCADA.

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

Skills

Licensed Electrician

Root cause analysis

PLC/SCADA knowledge

Job description

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

We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our team in a permanent, full-time position on Afternoon Shift.

• Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm (15% shift loading)

In this hands‑on role, you'll work with modern manufacturing equipment and a supportive team environment, providing critical electrical maintenance and troubleshooting support across the site. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by improving equipment reliability, minimising downtime and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence.

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.

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