AddressAs one of Australia’s largest diversified transport and logistics providers, our client has evolved their operations for over 25 years to include forwarding, logistics, refrigerated, air freight, intermodal, and warehousing services. With over 500 employees, they have continued to invest heavily in their staff, offering on-site training and professional development opportunities across all departments.
To support their continuous growth in the Australian Ag-sector, a skilled Grain Plant Supervisor is required to join their team in Yamala, QLD.
The Role
Joining a state-of-the-art grain storage facility, storing over 60-thousand ton of Chickpea and Sorghum, the Grain Plant Supervisor will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient running of the Packing Plant, Silo Systems, Receival Pits, Grain Bunkers, Train Strip and more.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will need to lead and influence a team of 2-6 full-time and seasonal members, promoting a safe and collaborative team environment. As the 2IC for the Operations Manager, this role will be required to manage plant operations in their absence.
Working between 40 to 50 hours per week, the Grain Plant Supervisor’s duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Operating silo systems and packing plant for the receival and loading of grain into shipping containers.
- Grading, sampling and inspecting grain, ensuring accurate reporting of data.
- Preparing shipping containers for packing.
- Overseeing pest and weed management, waste disposal, and cleaning operations across the packing plant and silos.
- Developing and sustaining maintenance programs for equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
- Ensuring all relevant team members have appropriate training to execute their roles effectively.
- Monitoring staff engagement, performance, and development (including sub-contractors).
About You
Whilst a background in grain storage/packing plant operations is highly desirable, our ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, capable of coordinating multiple site functions whilst providing hands-on support. To support the dispatch of rail-bound goods, the occasional Sunday shift will be required to meet operational demands.
To be considered for the role, you must be able to address the following criteria:
- Previous experience running or working within a grain packing plant (Highly desirable).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to work according to site demands.
- Physically capable of performing labour-intensive tasks in hot conditions.
- Grain Inspection Certification or willingness to acquire.
- Open driver’s licence (HR truck licence highly desirable).
Due to the considerable growth forecasted over the next 5 years, the successful applicant will have a unique opportunity to develop their career with a thriving competitor in the Australian supply chain market. Expanding their operations to include the export of cotton seed, citrus, fertilizer, and more, this role will naturally play a significant part in the supporting developments.
Boasting strong staff retention and a supportive work environment, other benefits include:
- Short distance from Emerald and Comet (approximately 20kms from both)
- Multiple local options for secondary and primary schools
- Family-oriented company culture
- Training and development opportunities including Grain Inspection Certification (Authorised Officer) and Pest Management training.
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For more information, please contact Ben Frazer, Senior Recruitment Consultant, Agri Talent on 0439 093 ***.
