Grain Protection Officer

About us

CBH is a leader in the Australian grain industry and the country's largest co-operative. Our work has meaning and is creating an exciting future - we're delivering WA's grain to the world. Our advanced logistics network stretches across the State, connecting the growers of WA with our people, and providing opportunities for career growth in different roles and locations.

If it's good people, good work, great opportunities and a great lifestyle you want, CBH is what you're looking for.

The Role

Are you ready to take on a hands-on role that makes a real impact in WA's grain industry? We're looking for a dedicated Grain Protection Officer to join our Wongan Hills team, on a full-time basis.

In this frontline role, you'll play a key part in carrying out and overseeing grain protection and fumigation activities across the region. No prior experience or licences in fumigation or pesticide application are required — CBH provides full training and support to help you gain the skills and certifications needed to succeed.

This role requires movement between the Receival sites in Area 5 which includes Wongan Hills, Konnongorring, Ballidu and McLevie. You may also be required to work outside this area from time to time, depending on operational needs.

Roster: Monday to Friday (40 hours) with additional overtime during our peak periods

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out grain fumigations following relevant procedures
• Assist to maintain the life of phosphine, recognise and respond to possible contaminations from insects, rodents, birds and other external threats to reduce or remove the risk in the area
• Report on pesticide stock and fumigation activities including weed control programs, wash-down programs, the implementation of rodent and feral bird control programs, and storage integrity checks
• Assist Grain Technology in verifying activities to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, standards and codes of practices
• Assist with Receival Points Operator duties, including receiving, storing and outloading grain, in addition to operating and maintaining storage facilities in an efficient and hygienic manner

About you:

• A strong dedication towards prioritising safety
• Willingness to learn to become fully licenced in all aspects of Grain Protection
• Willingness to become an expert in Fumigation including Dangerous Goods Management and Pesticide safety activities.
• A high degree attention to detail
• Possess a valid driver's licence (MR/ HR licence advantageous)

Why work with CBH?

A good bunch of people

We are powered by a good bunch of people who genuinely make CBH a good place to work. We are results-driven and focused on creating value, but it's our people at the heart, who make it possible.

Flexibility and work-life balance

We know you have family and a life outside of work and we know how important this is. We provide the flexibility and work-life balance that allows you to be there for moments that matter.

Work with meaning and future career opportunities

Our business is unique in that our impact is seen and felt by growers at local farm level, and on a global scale, as a significant contributor to the world's food supply. At CBH, you know who you are working for and why, and you can see the difference you make.

There are diverse opportunities for movement and growth across CBH, enabling you to progress your career.

CBH offer a range of employee-focused benefits aimed at ensuring a healthy work life balance, including:

• Health insurance for you and your immediate family
• Ongoing training and professional development to support your growth and achieve your goals
• 13-week paid parental leave available regardless of gender
• Employee assistance program
• Corporate employee discounts including travel, health insurance funds and financial services.

We'd love to hear from you

CBH welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds, embracing inclusivity and diversity in our workforce.

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Please note we are not accepting agency applications.

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