Dairy Production Operator

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!

• Production Operator - Separator & Tanker Bay position

• Australian leading dairy company

• Attractive hourly rate + shift loading

About The Role

Our Tatura site is an icon in the region, well known worldwide for its quality dairy products. As the country’s largest producer of cream cheese, it also produces infant formula, nutritional lactoferrin, various milk powders, and our famous single-serve butter.

We are pleased to offer a full-time permanent role in the Tanker Bay team. This role plays a vital part in receiving milk and cream to supply all departments ensuring all finished products meet our stringent quality standards in accordance with approved procedures and customer specifications. You will contribute to a Safety Always culture and help maintain the high standards expected across our operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely receive milk tankers in accordance with site procedures and schedules; ensure correct connection, unloading, and transfer of milk into storage tanks; operate tanker bay and milk receiving equipment, including pumps, valves, hoses, and automated systems.

• Complete accurate documentation and electronic records for all tanker deliveries; identify and report equipment faults, safety hazards, quality issues, or non‑conformances; conduct milk intake testing and quality checks prior to unloading

• Maintain high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and food safety in the tanker bay and receiving areas

• Follow all site safety procedures, traffic management plans, and isolation requirements. Respond to spills, incidents, or emergency situations in line with site procedures

• Work closely with tanker drivers, laboratory staff, production teams, and site leadership

About you

• Previous dairy /food manufacturing experience

• Qualifications in Food Processing (desirable)

• A thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, Hygiene, and Sanitation Standards applicable to dairy operations

• Computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as Bega systems, including M3 (preferred)

• A safety mindset plus ability to work with or without supervision

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

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.