Job Description

This is a Laboratory Technician & Product Technologist role with Suntory Oceania based in Sydney, NSW, AU.

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Role Seniority: junior.

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This is a fixed-term contract role through until the end of December 2026.

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What You'll Do

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- Maintain the R&D; laboratory and pilot plant to high safety, GMP and hygiene standards.
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- Coordinate laboratory equipment calibration, preventative maintenance and repairs.
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- Manage laboratory scheduling and ensure equipment is operational and compliant.
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- Liaise with external contractors, calibration providers and testing laboratories.
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- Prepare samples, batches and materials for development projects.
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- Support testing activities and coordinate external sample shipments.
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- Provide technical and administrative support for licensed NPD projects.
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- Set up and maintain product, ingredient and process documentation.
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- Support development trials and Design Review processes.
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- Partner with Suntory Global Spirits R&D; and Commercialisation teams to ensure successful project delivery.
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What You Bring

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- Degree qualification in Food Science or a related discipline.
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- Experience working in a laboratory or technical environment.
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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- Excellent organisation, time management and multitasking capabilities.
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- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and SharePoint.
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- A genuine passion for food, beverages and science.
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- Curiosity, initiative and a growth mindset.
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- Positive, hands‐on and collaborative approach.
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- Food and beverage industry experience, ideally within alcohol beverages.
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- Robust stakeholder management and relationship‐building skills.
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A Final Note: This is a role with Suntory Oceania not with Hatch.

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📌 Laboratory Technician & Product Technologist (New South Wales)
🏢 Hatch
📍 New South Wales