Maintenance Electrican - Night Shift

Every fridge tells a story. This one is ours — and it’s getting bigger.  

Chobani Australia was formed in 2011 following the acquisition of Gippsland Dairy, alongside the Chobani brand. Guided by our belief that food can be a force for good — and our purpose, Good Food For All — we make Chobani and Gippsland Dairy yogurt in Dandenong South, focusing on food that’s delicious, nutritious, natural and accessible. 

We’re building the next chapter of growth — investing in major site upgrades and new capability to meet demand and deliver on our aspiration: in every fridge, everywhere, every day. 

Chobani is a place for people who like pace and ownership. We keep standards high, back people to stretch, and hire for attitude — if you set goals, deliver, learn fast and keep raising the bar, you’ll feel right at home here.  

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth at our Dandenong South site, Chobani is looking for a Maintenance Electrician – Night Shift (6.00pm - 6:00am) The role will be accountable for assisting in the development and implementation of plant reliability and maintenance programs.

The role is responsible for the development and training of key manufacturing staff through the project and commissioning phases to ensure plant efficiencies and quality targets are met within the agreed time lines.

The Electrical Technician has a key role within projects to manage third party equipment supplier/ contractors and to act as a technical reference point in conjunction with the Project Manager for development of core processes and scoping of electrical project solutions.

The role will act as an electrical technical resource for the business and lead continuous improvement initiatives which deliver improvements in quality, cost, delivery and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Ideally to be successful in the role you’ll have:

• Electrical certification: A-Grade electrical trade qualification
• 5 - 8 year work and commissioning experience in a high speed manufacturing plant environment 
• Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, Quality/Food Safety Management and ISO Certification
• Food or Dairy experience at least 2 - 3 years
• Experience in process control/instrumentation and SCADA systems, understanding of electrical schematics and P&IDs
• Experience in using Mex or similar CMMS software
• Competence and hazard awareness within an industrial process industry and advantage
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electrical Technician looking to play a critical role in driving plant reliability, optimising performance, and supporting a high-performing production environment. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting, contributing to cutting-edge automation and continuous improvement initiatives, while advancing your career with one of Australia’s most loved brands.

At Chobani, social responsibility is in our DNA and that means you will be joining an organisation that is constantly seeking to make a difference for the community, people, and planet. Chobani offers excellent work life balance, free parking and yoghurt whilst onsite, a wellbeing program and a great rewards and recognition program.