Grain Classification Equipment Technician - Thebarton, Australia - Viterra

Description

• Long term career opportunity
• Key grain quality equipment role
• Thebarton location

About us

We are Viterra, we connect Australian growers with domestic and international consumers through our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network.

Viterra operates a storage and handling network of strategically located sites and port terminals spanning key growing regions in South Australia and western Victoria. We receive growers' grain into our network, store it and move it to international and domestic markets.

Our unique culture empowers our employees to think innovatively and develop their careers in an exciting and supportive environment.

About the role

Viterra is seeking a Grain Classification and Equipment Technician to join our laboratory team in Thebarton. Working in our state-of-the-art laboratory, you will manage classification equipment to ensure that it is functional, calibrated and available for use in the laboratory and across operational sites.

Duties include but not limited to

• Actively engage with equipment suppliers to develop skills and knowledge of grain quality equipment.
• Provide on-going equipment troubleshooting and training to operational and laboratory employees, and Field Services Officers.
• Conduct, support and provide guidance on internal equipment servicing, repair and maintenance.
• Maintain regulatory requirements and documentation for verification of equipment
• Ensure laboratory equipment processes and procedures are aligned with applicable regulatory requirements (ISO 22000:2018, ISO 17025 and ISO 17034 for NATA accreditation, NMI, GTA Standards and AOF Standards).
• Research and assist with the development of new technologies, methods of assessment and industry initiatives.

About you

• Mechanical skills with experience in supporting grain quality and classification equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and proactive.
• Proven ability to network and build strong professional relationships.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and proactively manage stakeholders and conflicting priorities.

Benefits

As well as providing an empowering culture, Viterra promotes a range of employee benefits including:

• Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support
• Corporate discounts
• Novated leasing
• Birthday leave
• Years of service recognition
• Primary and secondary carer paid parental leave.
• A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork

How to apply

To apply for the position please click on 'Apply' at the bottom of the page or for further information please contact HR Manager, Rachael Walker on

Applications close 11:45pm Sunday 12 May 2024.

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

Attachments:
Grain Classification Equipment Technician
- Viterra Collection Notice A4