Product Development Technologist Role at Goodman Fielder Australia
Looking for a rewarding food science job in Sydney? Goodman Fielder is hiring a Product Development Technologist to join their R&D team. This product development job offers hands-on experience with liquid grocery and emulsion-based products, helping you grow your career while working on trusted Australian food brands.
Job Details:
- Position: Product Development Technologist
- Location: Sydney, Australia
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Reference Code: GF/GF/GFAU/2037SEE
- Application Close Date: 24-Feb-2026
- Category: R&D / Food Science / Product Development
About the Company:
Goodman Fielder is one of Australia’s leading food companies, home to trusted brands and committed to making everyday food better for everyone. They foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and putting consumers at the heart of everything they do. Explore more food science job offers.
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry.
- 2–5 years’ experience in product development or NPD within a multinational FMCG environment is preferred.
Key Responsibilities of Product Development Technologist Role:
- Translate product briefs into consumer-ready products that meet sensory, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing standards.
- Deliver product development and improvement projects according to briefs and timelines.
- Design, execute, and report on bench, pilot, and factory trials, including shelf life and nutritional testing.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, including specifications, trial reports, and SAP data.
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Commercial teams, and external manufacturers.
- Provide technical input for artwork, ingredients, claims, nutritional panels, and usage instructions.
Skills Required for Product Development Technologist Role:
- Strong experience in liquid grocery and emulsion-based product categories (e.g., sauces, dressings, mayonnaise).
- Commercial awareness to balance quality, cost, and speed to market.
- Highly organized, analytical, and detail-focused with strong project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
- Growth mindset, proactive approach, and solution-oriented thinking.
Benefits of the Product Development Technologist Role:
- Hands-on product development job experience in a high-performing R&D team.
- Exposure to end-to-end FMCG product development and commercialisation.
- Work on well-known, trusted food brands.
- Supportive environment encouraging learning, ownership, and growth.
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Enjoy hybrid working in a dynamic team setting.
