ABOUT THE JOB

Lead Dairy Innovation at One of Australia’s Iconic Manufacturing Sites

Are you seeking an innovative role in product development within the dairy sector?
We are hiring a Senior Product Development Technologist to join the DSDA Research & Innovation team, based at our Kiewa factory, a key role driving end‑to‑end product innovation and supporting our long‑term NPD strategy.

In this position, you’ll report directly to the R&I & Sustainability Manager and take ownership of developing new products, renovating existing ones, and delivering productivity initiatives that directly support business growth.

You’ll work hands‑on across the full development lifecycle — from concept, formulation and trials, through to validation, packaging development and launch — ensuring every product meets our technical, commercial and quality expectations.

What You Will Be Doing

Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Leading the technical development of products, ensuring alignment with our growth and sustainability ambitions.
• Elevating milk science and dairy technology processes to support effective product development.
• Turning ideas into robust, high‑quality formulations with strong shelf‑life performance.
• Managing projects across all NPD stages — design, development, trials, validation, and launch.
• Ensuring food safety, quality systems, and regulatory requirements are embedded into every stage of product development.

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced Product Development Technologist with deep technical expertise in dairy science and a proven ability to lead complex development programs from concept to commercialisation. You bring a strong blend of scientific rigour, strategic thinking, and operational execution, with the confidence to influence stakeholders across technical, quality, operations, and marketing functions.

You thrive in dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environments and apply an agile, solutions-oriented mindset to drive projects forward. Your leadership style is collaborative and grounded in strong interpersonal skills — you build trust quickly, communicate clearly, and create alignment even when navigating complexity.

To be successful, you must have:

• A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Dairy Science, Life Science, Human Nutrition, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar dairy industry role (highly desirable)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning, organisation, and prioritisation abilities, with confidence in managing evolving priorities
• A high level of accountability, taking ownership of technical outcomes and project delivery
• Demonstrated autonomy and drive, with the ability to progress work proactively and maintain momentum without close supervision

ABOUT US

We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.

• A high-performing, collaborative team culture
• Flexible Hybrid working
• Thank Danone it’s Friday! 3pm finishes every Friday
• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success

• Competitive Total Reward package including

• • Health and Life insurance benefit
  • 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
  • Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service
  • Performance-related incentives and annual reviews

More about Us:

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.  We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, and Specialised Nutrition. Our headquarters are in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe, and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owners of some of the best-known brands worldwide, including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil, and Karicare

Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ for the last 5 years in a row – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work.

Visit our website, WE ARE DANONE, to know more about us.

How to Apply

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us before 9^th March 2026.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company.