Field Officer (Northern Midlands)

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　　Date: 19 Jan 2024

　　Location: Quoiba, TAS, AU, 7310

　　Company: Simplot

　　Simplot Australia is a food manufacturing and agriculture business encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood, and sauce operations that supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and food service customers.

　　As a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, we are focused on creating food Australians and New Zealanders love by maximising value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include the likes of Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

　　We have five manufacturing sites in Australia and six sales sites and employ almost 2000 people across these operations. We are an integral part of the global J.R. Simplot Company.

　　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

　　Tools of the trade vehicle provided.

　　Bonus incentives.

　　Discounted health insurance options.

　　Income Protection Insurance.

　　Fully supplied uniform, boots & PPE.

　　Training & development opportunities.

　　Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.

　　About Our Role

　　Simplot works closely with Australian farmers throughout Tasmania, NSW, Victoria and Queensland to grow quality vegetables for processing throughout our Australian frozen and shelf stable product operations.

　　An opportunity currently exists in the full-time permanent position of Field Officer within our Raw Procurement division. Reporting to the Agricultural Manager - Devonport, this Field Officer role will be the main Simplot point of contact for our pea, bean and carrot growers across Tasmania's Northern Midlands and work closely with the growers to manage our cropping and harvest operations. The successful candidate will spend time both in the field, and connecting with our wider team in the office (a tools of the trade vehicle is provided with this role).

　　Working Monday to Friday (with weekend work required over the summer / harvest period) - this is a great opportunity for those with a background in, and passion for agriculture who are looking to take the next step in their career.

　　What You Will Do

　　Contracting of pea, bean and carrot growing to support overall crop volumes.

　　Intake forecasting.

　　Manage planting and harvesting programs.

　　Build and maintain strong relationships with our growers.

　　Accurate data and record keeping.

　　Provide technical advice to growers to ensure optimum yield.

　　Contribute to team activities and projects.

　　About You

　　Possess a 100% commitment to health & safety in the workplace.

　　Reside in the vicinity of the Northern Midlands.

　　Demonstrated experience with an Agricultural role - though we are open to considering candidates from a related industry.

　　Possess a current drivers licence.

　　Willingness to learn, energetic & motivated outlook.

　　Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.

　　Be a self starter with excellent time management skills.

　　Ability to make well considered decisions.

　　Good written and interpersonal communication skills.

　　Intermediate user of MS Office suite of products.

　　Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based D&A 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 SUNDAY 4TH FEBRUARY (noting that Simplot reserve the right to commence recruitment activities prior to closing date)

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　　Job Requisition ID: 17133

　　Travel Required : Less than 10%

　　Location(s): SAPL Plant Devonport - Quoiba

　　Country : Australia

　　Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at [email protected]

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