Reliability Team Leader

The Role

Our Chelsea Heights site is located in Melbourne's south-east, manufacturing a range of more than 44 milk, milk-based beverages and cream products. The site currently produces around 100 million litres of product every year - processing, packing, and delivering 24 hours a day, six days a week.

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Reliability Team Leader to join the Maintenance Team. You will report to the Manager of Engineering and Reliability; coaching and developing the on-shift Fitters and Electricians to deliver reliability improvements to the manufacturing lines and processes to improve efficiency and performance with a strong emphasis on making safety and quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the site's asset care program. Lead and own asset maintenance plans, identification, and elimination of inherent reliability problems on key lines.
  
• Lead a safety-first culture within the Reliability Teams and across the site. Support and assist in the development of HACCP, Safety and Environmental plans.
  
• Support the trades team to resolve urgent equipment failures by troubleshooting & diagnosing highly complex equipment.
  
• Manage team members and ensure compliance with Bega's safety policies and site processes.
  
• Performance Management for continuous improvement of team members by fostering supportive & constructive team culture.
  
• Coaching and directing team through change and problem-solving; and engage towards a single vision.

About you

• Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) or Trade Certificate with leadership experience
  
• License: Working at heights, confined space and high risk work permit (>11m) (preferred)
  
• Solid understanding of processing in FMCG, Asset Care practices and Total Asset Management Tool
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for continuous improvement and strategic initiatives
  
• Strong communication skills to motivate and support team members for coaching and building relationship with stakeholders.

Bega Group Story

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 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.