Area Support - Midlands

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Annual incentive (bonus) programme
• Discounted health insurance options
• Income protection insurance
• Novated car leasing agreements
• Fully supplied uniform, boots & PPE
• Training & development opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

About Our Role

• Permanent full-time position (commence early / mid-Feb 2025)
• Midlands based - Powranna / Mt Joy (Cressy)
• Support intake / storage & transfer activities for raw materials (potatoes)

Due to business growth, Simplot are seeking applicants for the position of Area Support to join our Raw Procurement division based at our Midlands (Tasmania) storage facilities. Raw Procurement comprises farming and harvesting operations to support our annual sourcing of 450,000 tonnes of potatoes and vegetables in addition to leading innovative R&D activities throughout Australia and beyond.

Reporting to the Storage Manager & commencing in early / mid-Feb 2025, the Area Support position will play an active, hands-on role in the management (planning & execution) of on-site storage of raw materials (potatoes) at our world class Powranna / Mt Joy storage facilities in addition to the transfer of potatoes from storage to our Ulverstone based manufacturing facility.

In this Mon-Fri role (with the requirement for additional hours during peak season) the Area Support will work closely with our Team Leaders and wider Raw Procurement & Production functions to ensure business objectives are met whilst aligning with Simplot safety & quality policies.

What You Will Do

• Play an active role in contributing to Simplot safety & continuous improvement activities
• Contribute to the development of an annual plan for the on-site storage of raw materials (potatoes)
• Work with intake team (both permanent and supplementary seasonal employees) to ensure received raw materials are within quality specifications
• Support the Team Leader in the efficient execution of raw material storage activities
• Act as 2IC in the absence of the Team Leader
• Assist with the daily organisation of labour requirements (rostering / time keeping using UKG software)
• Induct and train new members of the team
• Liaise with external cartage contractors for the transfer of raw materials from storage to our production facilities
• Fault finding and facilitate maintenance related activities + manage on-site contractors / trades
• Mobile (forklift) & fixed plant operations

About You

• Possess a 100% commitment to health, safety & wellbeing in the workplace
• Hold a current C class drivers licence (mandatory)
• Knowledge and experience in the receival & storage of raw materials (potatoes) will be highly regarded
• Have a high attention to detail with regard to raw material quality specs, with the ability to work to deadlines
• Possess a problem solving mindset
• Mechanical aptitude (advantageous)
• Intermediate skills with the MS Office suite of products (Outlook / Excel / Word etc)
• Hold a valid LF Forklift licence (or have experience in fork operations and a willingness to obtain LF licence)
• ChemCert would be advantageous
• Possess positive communication skills with the ability to liaise with a wide demographic of stakeholders
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screening)

Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 17TH DECEMBER 2024- Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

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