Seeking an innovative role in product development within the dairy sector? We are hiring a Senior Product Technologist based in Melbourne. You will play a central role in leading end-to-end new product development and supporting the NPD strategy.

Reporting directly to the R&I & Sustainability Manager, you will oversee enhancements to existing products and drive productivity initiatives throughout the business, from initial concept through to launch (renovation). You will be accountable for delivering product development outcomes and packaging solutions aligned with business objectives, collaborating across cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time and meet quality standards as defined by the business.

Your responsibilities will also include (but are not limited to):

• Oversee the technical development of products and packaging, aligning with the company's growth and sustainability goals.
• Enhance milk science and technology processes to ensure effective product creation.
• Develop outstanding products by transforming ideas into practical formulations that maintain quality over their shelf life.
• Manage projects from the initial scope through to launch, covering design, development, and implementation.
• Apply expertise in packaging materials and formats to assess their effects on food, finished products, and equipment.
• Maintain strong knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulations, and consistently incorporate these factors into new product development.
• Contribute technical skills to support ongoing factory improvement initiatives, demonstrating proficiency in PDCA, Kaizen, RCA, TQM, and TPM processes.

As an experienced product development technologist, you bring valuable technical expertise, effective teamwork, and excellent people skills. Your background in fast-paced dairy or food manufacturing environments, along with your agile work style, are strong assets. Additionally, you're skilled at building relationships and maintaining a positive outlook.

To be successful you will also have:

• Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering/Food Science/Dairy Science/Life Science/Human Nutrition or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role within the dairy industry is highly desired
• Good Excel and MS Office suite skills will be preferred 
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Sound planning and organization skills with an ability to work with shifting priorities 

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 12^th May 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.