Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Goodman Fielder Technical Manager - Indulgent Baking Create the next generation of premium bakery products at Goodman Fielder We’re now looking for an experienced Technical Manager - Indulgent Baking to join our R&D; team and lead the development of premium bakery products across our Indulgent Baking portfolio. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate Food Technologist to apply deep expertise in bakery science, ingredient functionality, fermentation and commercialisation to bring creative products from concept to market.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of R&D;, Technical , you will be responsible for researching, developing, testing and commercialising bakery products and manufacturing processes across a range of premium and artisan-inspired formats. You’ll combine food science with practical manufacturing expertise to optimise formulations, improve product quality and develop commercially scalable innovations that meet evolving consumer expectations. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, Procurement and external technical partners, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our bakery portfolio.

What You’ll Be Doing

Product Development & Innovation

- Develop and commercialise new bakery products from concept through to launch
- Create and optimise formulations across artisan breads, sourdough, focaccia, laminated doughs and premium bakery formats
- Investigate ingredient functionality and its impact on dough development, processing and finished product quality
- Lead structured experimentation, prototype development and product trials

Food Science & Technical Leadership

- Apply expertise in fermentation science,



dough rheology, baking chemistry and ingredient technology
- Solve complex product and process challenges through scientific investigation
- Improve flavour, texture, crumb structure, shelf life and overall consumer experience
- Translate technical findings into practical manufacturing solutions

Commercialisation & Process Optimisation

- Scale products from laboratory and pilot environments into full manufacturing operations
- Partner with production teams to optimise mixing, fermentation, proofing, baking and packaging processes
- Establish technical standards, product specifications and process parameters
- Drive continuous improvement in product quality, consistency and manufacturing performance

Innovation & Market Trends

- Identify emerging bakery ingredients, technologies and consumer trends
- Evaluate global bakery innovations and assess commercial opportunities
- Champion structured innovation and rapid prototyping within the business

About You

You’re a highly capable Food Technologist who combines robust scientific expertise with a passion for creating exceptional bakery products.

- Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering or a related discipline or significant experience in FMCG food product development and commercialisation




- Demonstrated expertise in bakery formulation, ingredient functionality and processing technologies
- Strong knowledge of fermentation systems, dough rheology, baking science and shelf-life optimisation
- Experience leading product trials, plant trials and commercial scale-ups
- Proven ability to analyse technical problems and deliver practical solutions
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Desirable Experience Artisan and premium bakery products
- Sourdough and long fermentation systems
- Laminated, sheeted or frozen dough technologies
- Industrial baking operations and process optimisation
- Shelf-life, texture and sensory improvement projects

Why Goodman Fielder?

At Goodman Fielder, you’ll have the opportunity to work on products that consumers enjoy every day while collaborating with some of the industry’s leading food science and manufacturing specialists.

What We Offer

- Opportunity to shape the future of premium bakery innovation
- Exposure to iconic household food brands
- Collaborative and highly capable R&D; environment
- Career development within a leading FMCG organisation
- The chance to bring food science to life at commercial scale

About Company

At Goodman Fielder, our purpose is simple: to make everyday food better for everyone . As one of Australia’s leading food companies, we proudly own some of the region’s most loved brands.

Driven by innovation, consumer insights and technical excellence, we’re continually developing products that delight consumers while delivering commercial success.

Work Type: Full time Job Publish: 18-08-2026 Job Expire: 17-09-2026

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