Engineering Manager

Job description

About us JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

At JBS Australia, we foster a positive, inclusive and team-focused culture where people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s leading food manufacturing organisations, we are committed to developing our people, driving operational excellence, and supporting long-term career growth across our sites.

About the Role: An exciting opportunity exists at our Scone Plant located in New South Wales, 2hrs North West of Newcastle for an Engineering Manager. This is a fabulous opportunity to join our dynamic, exciting organisation and enjoy the benefits and satisfaction in contributing to the continued growth and success of our business along with developing & progressing your own personal career. This is a full-time position with annual salary higher than $120,000.00 plus superannuation.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Follow safe work practices and procedures; Determining, implementing and monitoring engineering strategies, policies and plans; Interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements; Establishing project schedules and budgets; Ensuring conformity with specifications and plans, and with laws, regulations and safety standards; Ensuring engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are observed. Overseeing maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency; Liaising with marketing, research and manufacturing managers regarding engineering; aspects of new construction and product design; Contributing to research and development projects; Responsibility for selection, training and development of personnel working for him/her;

About you: Five years of experience as Engineering Manager Level in the food processing industry Good communication skills Demonstrated interest in the trade Organisation and time management skills Ability to work in a team environment and independently Positive attitude and the ability to problem solve

Benefits for you include but are not limited to: Retail discounts with national partners Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private Discounted staff meat purchases

What next? If you’re passionate and want to be a part of the largest meat manufacturer and producer in Australia, APPLY NOW!

The ad is valid for 28 days,

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact: Ashlea Constable-Ray Email: Phone: 0437 851 310

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 06 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Engineering
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: Scone, NSW 2337
  • Job Nature: Full Time

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