Quality Leading Hand – WA
- 10 days on, 4 days off roster with a global agribusiness leader
- Based in Western Australia's dynamic grain industry
- Lead quality operations while developing and supporting a high-performing team
About the role
Bunge is seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Leading Hand to play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and quality of grain from receival through to storage and export.
This is a hands-on role combining laboratory-based grain sampling, testing and grading with leadership responsibilities across multiple up-country sites. Acting as the key point of contact for grain quality matters, you will provide technical expertise, operational support and guidance to site teams while ensuring quality standards are consistently achieved.
You will be responsible for providing expert advice, training, coaching and mentoring to new and existing employees, supporting the development of capability across the quality function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on technical work with leadership and stakeholder engagement.
Duties include but are not limited to
- Lead and support grain quality activities across multiple up-country sites, ensuring testing, grading and operational requirements are achieved
- Perform and oversee grain sampling, testing, analysis and grading in accordance with GIWA and Bunge standards
- Act as a point of contact for grain quality matters, providing technical advice and support to employees, growers, drivers and other stakeholders
- Train, mentor, coach and develop new and existing employees in sampling techniques, testing procedures, equipment operation and quality standards
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, data entry and reporting, ensuring integrity and traceability of quality data
- Monitor, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure reliable and accurate testing outcomes
- Assist with grain receival, storage and other operational activities as required to support site operations
- Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety procedures, identifying hazards and maintaining regulatory requirements throughout the workplace
About you
- Minimum 3 years' leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office and data management systems
- Knowledge of grain quality standards, testing methodologies and grading processes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
- Ability to problem-solve, provide technical guidance and support team development
- Sampling, grain handling, agricultural, or bulk commodities experience highly desirable
- Current Western Australian C-Class 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 interesting 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.
Benefits
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
- Rigorous safety practices
- A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork
How to apply
Bunge: To apply for the position please contact Sr Analyst HRBP, Sharna Gallagher-Baird on 0447 173 949.
Applications close 11:45pm Friday August 14
To apply or to see a detailed position description, please visit the careers page of our website bunge.com.au, or for further information please contact Sr Analyst HRBP, Sharna Gallagher-Baird on 0447 173 949
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.
