Microbiologist

Welcome to Suntory Oceania | Nau mai ki Suntory Oceania

Craft your future with Suntory Oceania, a new $3b multi-beverage partnership between Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our exciting new partnership will be powered by two manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians across Australia and Aotearoa.

Our market-leading portfolio will have over 40 brands, including Jim Beam® and Maker's Mark® Bourbon, Hibiki® Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club® Whisky, -196, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee. As One Suntory, we will be positioned as the fourth largest beverage player in the region, ready to ignite the category, creating more beverage moments from sunrise to sunset. Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania.

What is the opportunity? | He aha te kōwhiringa?

We have an exciting opportunity to lead microbiological testing, hygiene practices, and proficiency and sanitation programs across our Wiri site. This full-time role is focused on ensuring product safety and compliance with HACCP and regulatory standards.

You’ll be at the forefront of driving excellence in microbiology and hygiene, supporting continuous improvement, and fostering a strong culture of food safety. A key aspect of this role is the ability to collaborate with and influence manufacturing teams—not just to measure microbiological results, but to drive meaningful change through education and engagement.

About You | Nō hea koe

You’re someone who enjoys solving problems, navigating ambiguity, and approaching challenges with a positive, proactive mindset. You thrive in a close-knit team within a global organisation and bring valuable experience in Microbiology and Hygiene Leadership.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• A strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, and sanitation principles
• Experience in micro validation (PCR lab experience is a bonus)
• Hands-on experience in microbiological testing and lab management
• Confidence in analysing and trending data
• A bachelor’s degree in microbiology, or 3+ years of relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support and influence stakeholders

You’ll enjoy the pace of a dynamic business, be highly organised, and bring a solutions-focused approach to your work.

If you’re not an expert in every area listed, that’s okay! We value alignment with our core values and your ability to apply your unique skills and experience.

What’s in it for you? I He aha te mea e whiwhi ai koe?

• Free parking on site
• A Suntory Day – enjoy your Birthday with a day off*
• Grow your career – we like to promote from within and have incredible learning and development opportunities around the world through MySU, Suntory University and MyCareer.
• An inclusive parental leave policy for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Gradual return to work to help you transition back from parental leave
• SunnyStars – get recognised for your hard work with our recognition programme.
• We are committed to giving back to our communities, so we provide you with volunteer leave to do so

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.

Apply Now! | Me Tono Ināianei!