IT/OT Infrastructure Engineer | Melbourne

Job Description

• 12-month FTC with opportunity for extension
• Yarraville, Melbourne-based with flexible working options
•  Regular travel to our manufacturing sites across NZ and AU

The Opportunity

At Goodman Fielder, we're on a journey to transform how we operate across our manufacturing and supply chain network. We're looking for an experienced IT/OT Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of technology across our production sites in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

In this regional role, you'll work at the intersection of IT and OT—improving our security posture, modernising infrastructure, and driving innovation that reduces risk and enhances efficiency across our operations. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact across iconic food brands and a complex supply chain.

• This is initially a 12-month FTC with an opportunity to extend based on the project
• A desire to be based out of our Yarraville, Melbourne, VIC, Manufacturing site - We are also open to exploring candidates who are located in other central locations across AU
• A flexible hybrid working culture
• Regular travel across our APAC manufacturing sites will be required.

What You'll Do

• Lead audit and gap analysis of IT/OT architecture across sites to identify risks and recommend improvements
• Contribute to the design and delivery of key automation and infrastructure projects
• Provide expert BAU support across IT-managed production and supply chain systems
• Drive security compliance by aligning with industry standards and group policies
• Design and standardise converged OT/IT networks, including security hardening, remote access, integration, backup/recovery, and inventory management
• Offer technical guidance and support to local engineers and site leaders
• Champion innovation that enables the convergence of IT and OT landscapes across the region

About You

You're a seasoned infrastructure engineer with strong networking and server experience, a passion for cyber security, and a practical understanding of manufacturing environments. You thrive in the detail and enjoy collaborating with both on-site engineers and central stakeholders to deliver outcomes that make a real operational impact.

You'll bring:

• 5+ years' hands-on experience managing server infrastructure
• Strong networking knowledge including VLANs, firewall design, and troubleshooting
• A proven track record of improving security within complex environments
• Exposure to industrial switching (Moxa, Stratix) and SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Citect, Ignition) preferred
• Experience with security standards ISO 27001, IES 62443, CISSP etc is highly desirable
• General IT infrastructure and security expertise, with experience in project delivery
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with a range of stakeholders

Why Goodman Fielder?

We're home to some of ANZ's most loved food brands including Helga's, Meadow Fresh, Wonder, Puhoi Valley, White Wings, Praise, and Vogel's. As part of the global Wilmar Group, we offer unrivalled opportunities to grow your career across geographies, categories, and disciplines.

What to Expect from Us

At Goodman Fielder, you'll join a team that's agile, ambitious, and future-focused. In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer:

• Competitive salary + benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Real career development pathways across our regional network
• A collaborative, high-performing tech team culture

Ready to shape the future of IT/OT in FMCG? Apply now and join a business that's innovating from the inside out.