Food & FMCG

About the Company Our client is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, with over 45 years of industry experience and 179,000 employees worldwide. They are the only fully integrated environmental solutions provider servicing Heavy Industry, Commercial, and Municipal sectors. This role is based in Melbourne’s inner west. About the role A hands-on, maintenance-based Fitter role covering in-house servicing of fleet requirements, including vac trucks and HPW (high pressure water) equipment. The right person will be self-motivated, work well independently as well as part of a team, and bring a good attitude to the role. This role sits within the mechanical space and involves assisting the chemical cleaning business, including mobilisation for shutdowns and process work. Days: Monday- Friday Hours: 7:00am -3:30pm    Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out maintenance and servicing on vac trucks and HPW equipmentRebuild pumps; toolmaking and welding work as requiredGo out with the team on chemical cleaning project workSupport shutdowns; role may be hybrid across workshop and fieldworkWork through maintenance records systematically, maintaining an organised list of tasksBe the sole/primary operator responsible for maintaining specific equipment typesRequirementsTrade qualification as a FitterPre-employment medical once interviewedSelf-motivated and comfortable working individuallyRebuilding pumps, toolmaking, and/or welding experience highly regardedAble to think outside the box and bring a creative approach to problem-solvingGood attitude Apply! Click the Apply Now button with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria above AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). For more information, please contact Linda on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company & Role:  Join a Leading Food and Ingredient Manufacturer supplying high-quality bakery ingredients and yeast products to the Australian food industry. We are seeking a Quality Technician / HSE Administrator to support both the Quality and Health, Safety & Environment functions of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a QC Laboratory professional looking to broaden their experience within a food manufacturing environment while gaining exposure to site safety and compliance activities. Working closely with both the Quality Manager and HSE Manager, you'll support laboratory testing, quality systems, production investigations and HSE administration to ensure the site continues to meet high quality and safety standards. Duties:Conduct routine laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process and production samplesOperate and calibrate laboratory equipmentPrepare samples for external laboratory analysisGenerate finished product certificates and maintain quality documentationReview production documentation and support quality / production investigationsAssist with contractor management, hazard and incident reporting, and incident investigationsMaintain HSE systems and support safety initiatives across the site Skills & Experience:Bachelor of Food Science, Food Technology or related scientific disciplinePrevious QC laboratory testing experience within food/beverage manufacturingExperience operating and calibrating laboratory equipmentExperience maintaining laboratory documentationKnowledge of HACCP and food quality systemsExperience supporting HSE activities, including incident investigations and injury management (highly regarded)Experience using HSE systems such as Beacon, IonX or ICAM (highly regarded)Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production and operational teams Culture & Benefits:Training provided across HSE systems and processesSupportive and collaborative team environmentVaried role combining laboratory, quality and safety responsibilities Apply Now!Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your application today! Please include a detailed resume in Word format (PDFs may not process correctly)With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company/Role: Our client is a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation with a strong presence in the Australian market. Due to continued growth, they are seeking motivated Manufacturing Operators and Packing Operators to join their team on an ongoing contract basis.Afternoon shift - 3pm to 11pm Ongoing contract opportunitiesBased in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbsWork within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentKey Responsibilities:Depending on your experience and the needs of the business, duties may include:Operating manufacturing, blending, filling and/or packaging equipmentDispensing and weighing raw materials in accordance with batch documentationOperating, monitoring and adjusting automated and semi-automated production machineryPacking, labelling and conducting in-process quality inspectionsCompleting batch records, production documentation and quality paperworkFollowing GMP, SOPs and company quality standardsPerforming equipment cleaning, sanitisation and line clearancesTroubleshooting minor equipment issues and escalating maintenance concerns where requiredMaintaining a safe, clean and hygienic production environmentAssisting with material handling and stock movements as requiredAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have:Previous experience as a Manufacturing Operator, Packing Operator, Machine Operator, Blending Operator or Team Leader within the Pharmaceutical, Food, FMCG or related manufacturing industryExperience working in a GMP-regulated environment is essentialStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityExcellent organisational and time management skillsA positive attitude and strong work ethicGood communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a teamA commitment to workplace safety and complianceApply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company/Role: Our client is a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation with a strong presence in the Australian market. Due to continued growth, they are seeking motivated Manufacturing Operators and Packing Operators to join their team on an ongoing contract basis.Day Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm Ongoing contract opportunitiesBased in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbsWork within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentKey Responsibilities:Depending on your experience and the needs of the business, duties may include:Operating manufacturing, blending, filling and/or packaging equipmentDispensing and weighing raw materials in accordance with batch documentationOperating, monitoring and adjusting automated and semi-automated production machineryPacking, labelling and conducting in-process quality inspectionsCompleting batch records, production documentation and quality paperworkFollowing GMP, SOPs and company quality standardsPerforming equipment cleaning, sanitisation and line clearancesTroubleshooting minor equipment issues and escalating maintenance concerns where requiredMaintaining a safe, clean and hygienic production environmentAssisting with material handling and stock movements as requiredAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have:Previous experience as a Manufacturing Operator, Packing Operator, Machine Operator, Blending Operator or Team Leader within the Pharmaceutical, Food, FMCG or related manufacturing industryExperience working in a GMP-regulated environment is essentialStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityExcellent organisational and time management skillsA positive attitude and strong work ethicGood communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a teamA commitment to workplace safety and complianceApply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Role Our client, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Brisbane's western suburbs, is seeking a Validation Officer to support their Quality Assurance team on a casual contract through to the end of 2026. This role will play a key part in supporting equipment and system validation activities across the site. Working closely with QA, laboratory teams, engineering and external vendors, you will assist with the qualification of new equipment, coordination of validation activities, and execution of validation protocols to ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a pharmaceutical QA, QC or validation background looking to further develop their experience within validation and quality systems.  Please note: The site is not accessible via public transport; therefore, reliable private transport is essential. Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate validation activities for new equipment and system implementation projectsLiaise with vendors and internal stakeholders to manage installation schedules and validation timelinesExecute and document Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) activitiesSupport Computer System Validation (CSV) activities for new and existing laboratory systemsPrepare, review, and maintain validation protocols, reports, and associated documentationAssist with equipment and system assessments, upgrades, and lifecycle management activitiesSupport implementation of new laboratory equipment and technologiesEnsure all validation activities are performed in accordance with GMP requirements and company proceduresAssist with investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls where requiredMaintain accurate, compliant, and audit-ready documentationContribute to continuous improvement initiatives across laboratory and validation processes Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have:A degree in Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Biomedical Science, or a related disciplinePrevious experience within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP-regulated environmentExperience working in a QC laboratory, QA, validation, laboratory support, or technical roleExposure to equipment qualification and validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ executionUnderstanding of GMP requirements and Good Documentation PracticesExposure to Computer System Validation (CSV) or laboratory computerised systems would be highly regardedExperience with laboratory instrumentation, calibration, maintenance, or troubleshooting would be advantageousStrong written documentation and technical reporting skillsExcellent organisational and stakeholder management abilitiesA proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Apply Now If you're looking to build your career in pharmaceutical validation and work on exciting equipment and systems projects, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter in Word format. Questions? Contact Raine on (07) 3175 0680With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the role Our client is a global leader in the development and manufacture of innovative functional food ingredients, supplying high-quality nutritional solutions to customers across the food, beverage, and nutraceutical sectors worldwide.They are seeking a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to join their Brisbane-based Research & Development team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory or food manufacturing experience who enjoys working across product development, pilot plant trials, equipment maintenance, and laboratory operations. Key ResponsibilitiesOperate, maintain, and clean laboratory and pilot plant equipmentSupport product development trials and testing activitiesCoordinate equipment calibration and servicingPrepare samples for customers, distributors, and stability studiesMonitor laboratory consumables and raw material inventoryAssist with laboratory administration, documentation, and purchase ordersMaintain a safe, organised, and compliant laboratory environmentSkills/ExperienceDiploma or higher qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related scientific disciplineMinimum 1 year's experience in a food manufacturing, laboratory, or product development environmentStrong organisational and communication skillsProficient with Microsoft OfficeMotivated, hands-on, and eager to learnHighly RegardedExperience with dairy processing, spray drying, or food manufacturingExperience operating or maintaining processing equipmentApply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Steph on 0731750680.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Role:Our client, an environmental company, are looking for a Trade Assistant (with a HR/MR Truck license) to join their team to perform basic maintenance and inspection of sewer mains, pipes, tanks, water and waste servicing stations. Working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8–10-hour shifts. This is a consistent, casual full-time position with a strong possibility of transitioning into a permanent position within 6-12 months of starting.As a Trade Assistant the work requires you to complete a variety of duties that include but are not limited to:Enter confined spaces and pipes through a small hatchWork with piping, various tools, equipment and machineryPerform basic maintenance and inspection of sewer mains, pipes, tanks, water and waste servicing stations Operating pipe CCTV equipmentDriving of company vehiclesGeneral labouring duties Skills and experience you need to be successful for this role:No direct experience is necessary, although experience in any of the following fields would be highly regarded: waste management, pipe laying, labourer, tradesman, construction, maintenance, landscaper, plumberA current White CardA current driver's licence (a MR or HR licence would be very highly regarded)High attention to detailA positive attitudeA strong work ethic and strong reliability*PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be required to undertake a full medical assessment; drug screening and show evidence of or ability to obtain vaccinations for Hep A, Hep B and Tetanus to be eligible for this role. (This will all be organised for you at no expense of your own). Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Steph on 0731750680.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About company/role:Major food/beverage manufacturingBased in the Southeast suburbs of MelbourneSeeking a QA/QC Officer to join the quality team6-month casual contract, potential to extendMust be able to work day shift (6am-6pm), night shifts (6pm-6am) and weekends7-day fortnightly rosterOpen to food science and chemistry graduates  Duties, but not limited to:Collecting samples from manufacturing lineQC testing of raw materials and finished products using basic wet chemistry techniques (titrations, pH, brix, HPLC)Batch releaseAssisting with sensory evaluationsData entry and result compilationCheck and fill-in quality paperworkGeneral housekeeping and maintenance of labEnsure GMP standards Skills/experience:Tertiary education in Food science, Chemistry, or similarPrior experience in GMP regulated environment or laboratory is highly advantageousGood understanding of chemistry analytical skillsExcellent communication skills and time management Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Linda on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.