About Lactalis-Mainland Dairy

Mainland Dairy, the business formerly known as Fonterra's global Consumer and associated businesses, is now part of the Lactalis Group and known as Lactalis-Mainland Dairy. Lactalis is the world's leading dairy group, with a presence in 50 countries and a portfolio of well-loved brands including Président, Galbani, Parmalat, Pauls, OAK, Mainland and Western Star. We are committed to delivering high-quality dairy products while fostering innovation, sustainability and excellence across our operations.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Laboratory Technician - Microbiology to join our Lab team based at our Spreyton site. Reporting to the Team Leader Microbiology, this role plays an integral part in ensuring accurate and timely microbiological testing, maintaining laboratory quality systems, and supporting food safety and quality outcomes across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong microbiology background who enjoys working in a fast-pace laboratory environment, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, and helping maintain the highest standards of laboratory performance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities Include:

- Conducting microbiological testing of samples in accordance with laboratory procedures and approved methods.
- Reading, recording and confirming microbiological results accurately and efficiently.
- Maintaining the accuracy and reliability of test results while minimising retests due to laboratory error.
- Meeting laboratory turnaround time requirements and ensuring timely SAP data entry.




- Performing internal and external microbiological water testing.
- Performing daily reference culture testing to ensure accurate confirmation of bacteria for results reporting.
- Supporting compliance with laboratory quality management systems and maintaining NATA accreditation requirements.
- Obtaining and maintaining Approved Laboratory Signatory status.
- Providing timely communication of results to customer site enquiries.
- Participating in continuous improvement initiatives and promoting a culture of safety, quality and teamwork.

About You To be successful in this role, you will bring strong microbiological laboratory experience, exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality, food safety and continuous improvement. You will thrive in a collaborative setting while also being capable of working independently and managing competing priorities.

You Will Ideally Have:

- Previous experience working in a quality control or laboratory environment.
- Experience undertaking microbiological testing and analysis.
- Experience working within an accredited laboratory.
- A strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and accreditation requirements.
- The ability to understand and interpret technical information, procedures and work instructions.




- Strong attention to detail and a focus on delivering accurate and reliable results.
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional approach.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, contribute and support others.

Desirable Qualifications Include:

- Higher School Qualification or equivalent (essential).
- Tertiary qualification in Science (Microbiology) or Food Technology (essential).
- Previous experience in food, dairy, laboratory, pharmaceutical or related industries.
- Experience with NATA-accredited laboratory systems and practices.

What We Offer

- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Career development and internal opportunities across a global dairy business.
- A supportive, team-focused workplace where your contribution makes a real impact.
- Opportunities to build expertise in microbiology, laboratory quality systems and food safety.
- Exposure to industry-leading quality and accreditation standards.
- A strong commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability.

We believe in you bringing your best and most authentic self to work and we want you to succeed in a way that allows you to win, in every aspect of your life. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, as well as individuals of diverse cultural and social backgrounds. Our team is dedicated to supporting your professional development and personal wellbeing.

Please note that applicants must have full working rights in Australia to be considered.

We are politely declining recruitment agency support and approaches for this role.

📌 Senior Laboratory Technician (Spreyton)
🏢 Lactalis - Mainland Dairy
📍 Spreyton