Assistant Grain Hygiene Manager

Eastwood

Closing date: 13/09/2026

- Permanent full-time position
- Adelaide based with travel across operational sites as required
- Drive grain quality, food safety and pest management outcomes across our network

About the role

Bunge is seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Grain Hygiene Manager to support the delivery of safe and effective grain hygiene, fumigation and pest management programs across our storage and handling network.

Reporting to the Grain Hygiene Manager, you will work closely with operational teams, pest control teams and industry stakeholders to ensure grain protection activities are conducted safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for supporting continuous improvement initiatives, training programs, pest management systems and technical projects that help protect grain quality and strengthen operational performance.

Key responsibilities

- Support the delivery of safe and effective fumigation and pest management programs across the Bunge network
- Develop and deliver grain hygiene and pest management training to operational employees and pest control personnel
- Review and improve pest management procedures, documentation, manuals and training materials
- Oversee the maintenance, servicing and performance of pest control equipment and provide technical advice to operational teams
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, customers and industry bodies to support best-practice integrated pest management outcomes
- Maintain treatment reference data, chemical registers and related systems to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness
- Assist with budget planning, expenditure monitoring and identifying future pest control and capital investment requirements




- Support continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing grain protection, operational efficiency, safety and cost effectiveness

About you

- Technical qualification or practical experience relating to agricultural chemicals, fumigants or pest management
- Strong understanding of integrated pest management principles and grain protection practices
- Experience in the application, handling and management of chemicals or commercial pest control experience.
- Ability to interpret chemical labels, safety data sheets and relevant legislation, codes of practice and procedures
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to deliver training and influence outcomes
- Demonstrated problem-solving, planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and operational systems
- Experience within the grain industry, bulk handling, agriculture or a related operational environment will be highly regarded
- Current unrestricted driver's licence

About us

Bunge connects farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world.

Through our dynamic supply chain, we can move commodities efficiently from where there is surplus to where they are needed. In Australia, we operate around 60 storage and handling sites and seven port terminals across southern Western Australia, South Australia and western Victoria, two import sites in Victoria and New South Wales,



and are one of the largest buyers and exporters of agricultural commodities including cereals, oilseeds, pulses and cotton.

By joining Bunge, you will enjoy a varied and engaging career and make a difference to local farmers and the communities we operate in.

In mid-2025, Bunge and Viterra combined, creating a premier agribusiness solutions with around 34,000 employees globally.

Advantages

When you join Bunge, you're not just starting a new job - you're building a rewarding career with a global leader. We offer a supportive work culture that values respect, teamwork, and development. As part of the Bunge family, you'll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

- Training and development opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning, Bunge workshops, and mentorship programs to support continuous learning and career growth
- Employee assistance program - access to confidential and free support
- Birthday leave
- Years of service recognition
- Rigorous safety practices
- Paid primary and secondary parental leave
- A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork.

Ready to get started? Join Bunge and take your career to the next level in a role that's both exciting and rewarding.

How to apply

To apply for the position please click on 'Apply' at the bottom of the page or for further information please contact Greg Hopkins, Manager Food Quality on 08 8304 5109

Applications close 11:45pm Sunday 13th Spetember

Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.

We will be conducting interviews as we receive applications. Please note that we reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified prior to the advertised closing date.

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