AddressWe are Fonterra, one of the world's largest dairy nutrition companies. Here in Australia, we collect milk from Aussie Farmers across Victoria and Tasmania, and our manufacturing sites turn this into the dairy foods you know and love in our supermarkets, including Perfect Italiano™, Mainland™, Western Star™, and Bega™. We also sell dairy ingredients to many of the world's leading food companies and partner with food services businesses across the country to get dairy foods into chefs' hands.
As a Co-operative created and owned by New Zealand dairy farmers, our collaboration, innovation, and passion have enabled us to share the goodness of our dairy with the world. We're committed to caring for the land, our animals, and every drop of milk, producing nutritious food with safe, quality ingredients loved here in Australia and around the world.
As part of the Fonterra Co-op, you'll be solving for a better future alongside a team connected by solid values as we strive to be a leader in dairy sustainability, dairy innovation and science, with a focus on New Zealand milk.
When you join Fonterra, you'll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions.
About us
Northern Tasmania is home to our Spreyton site which makes a range of milk powders for some of the world’s leading food companies. We also make butter for the domestic market, including Tasmania’s favourite Duck River™.
About the opportunity
Join us as a Lab Technician at our Spreyton site in Tasmania and help us on our journey to be the world’s most trusted source of dairy nutrition.
Based in a NATA accredited microbiology laboratory that receives samples from across our Australian manufacturing sites, you’ll be responsible for completing a wide range of microbiological testing to ensure our products are safe for consumption and meet our tight regulatory and compliance standards.
This is a full-time permanent role that will see you working a 5 days on, 3 days off. Or 4 days on, 4 days off rotating roster (8:30 AM to 6:00 PM). You’ll need to be able to commit to this schedule and be physically fit to work a 9-hour day. Please note, we are a 7 day per week operation so there will be routine weekend work involved.
Key areas:
- Perform microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
- Maintain accurate records of all tests and analyses
- Adhere to all safety and quality control procedures
- Provide a cost effective and quality Laboratory Service to Fonterra
- Accurately & aseptically pre-weighing of samples ready for testing
Are you the one?
This is a busy role with plenty of responsibility, so you’ll need to possess strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy to succeed. We are looking for a strong team player who can multi-task with ease and will be comfortable managing high volumes of work. You’ll also be confident to speak up if something isn’t working or doesn’t seem right. Key areas:
- Qualification in Microbiology or related field desired
- Previous experience in a NATA accredited laboratory is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to work autonomously and manage your own workflow
- Passionate about promoting a culture of customer focus, empowerment, teamwork, open communication, safety, and quality within the laboratory department.
Are you excited about this opportunity but may only meet some requirements?
At Fonterra, we are committed to building a diverse workplace and, therefore, open to looking at applicants with excellent transferable skills. If that's you, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities.
The benefits of life at Fonterra
Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.
Sound good to you? Come and join us, and let's solve for better, together. You, me, us together.
