- Rare opportunity for FMCG, food, beverage or chemical process operators.
- Excellent working conditions, high performing teams and state of the art facilities.
- Join a collaborative team and develop your skills and knowledge.
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced process operator with exposure to SCADA, PCS7 or industrial process control systems to join this iconic company.
About the Company
Coopers Brewery is Australia’s largest independent family-owned brewery, with a legacy spanning over 160 years. Founded in 1862, Coopers has grown through six generations, upholding its commitment to quality and tradition. Renowned for its naturally conditioned ales and stouts, the brewery continues to brew using the time-honoured methods introduced by Thomas Cooper. Today, Coopers leads in sustainability and innovation, while remaining true to its heritage of craftsmanship and excellence.
Role Overview
The purpose of this role is to provide operational and technical support to the Lager Cellar processes, in a safe, hygienic, and efficient manner. The role is primarily responsible for brew receival, yeast preparation and management, fermentation, lager maturation, beer transfer and filtration, and ale & stout processing. This is a specialised operational role requiring individuals who can perform effectively within a fast-paced process manufacturing environment.
About the Person
The ideal candidate will bring experience within a process-driven manufacturing or production environment, ideally within FMCG, brewing, food and beverage, chemical processing or similar industrial operations. Exposure to PCS7 and SCADA systems, process control environments and automated production operations will be highly regarded.
Beyond technical capability, successful candidates will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple operational processes simultaneously and a calm, team-oriented approach. Candidates must be adaptable, reliable and committed to working a rotating shift roster, including night shift and overtime requirements, to support the continuous operation of the brewery.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate all aspects of the Lager Cellar, including brew receival, yeast management, fermentation, lager and ale & stout processing, filtration, centrifugation, and CIP operations.
- Operate the keg line, including beer delivery, line operation, and occasionally management of empty and full keg pallets.
- Conduct quality control analysis, including apparent extract measurement and yeast counts.
- Maintain accurate fermentation, brew tracking, filtration, keg line, and CIP records.
- Report process faults, equipment failures and improvement opportunities.
- Raw material goods receival including truck unloading, storage, and data entry.
- Conduct weekly stocktakes and associated data entry.
- Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of equipment and Lager Cellar environment.
- Undertake general housekeeping activities to maintain Coopers standards.
- Experience in manufacturing, preferably within FMCG or a similar industry.
- Experience operating brewing or production equipment.
- Familiarity with PSC7 or SCADA systems.
- Experience working a rotating shift roster including night shift.
- High Risk Work Licence (LF).
- CIBD General Certificate or Foundations in Brewing.
Culture of the business:
Coopers’ culture is built on Passion, Respect, Responsibility, Consistency, and Service. It’s a workplace where people take pride in their craft, support one another, and are empowered to contribute ideas that drive improvement. Safety, quality, and teamwork are at the core of everything they do, creating an environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow.
Keen to learn more before applying?
For further information, please contact Lorraine Kenny on 0489 278 296 or email lorraine.kenny@harrisonmcmillan.com.au
