Senior Engineer, International

The SunRice Group is an Australian ASX-listed branded food group, comprising multiple businesses, assets and operations across Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, the United States, The Pacific Islands and Asia. SunRice was built by the Australian rice industry over many decades, and today is one of Australia's leading branded food exporters, with approximately 2,000 employees and operations in 11 countries. SunRice is a great place to work, providing a real opportunity for passionate people to make a difference.

Join a Global Food Leader – Make Your Mark as a Senior Engineer at SunRice

The SunRice Group is more than just rice. We're an ASX-listed powerhouse of branded food businesses, with a footprint spanning Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, the United States, the Pacific Islands, and Asia. Built on the legacy of the Australian rice industry, we've grown into one of the country's leading food exporters, employing over 2,000 passionate people across 11 countries

At SunRice, we don't just offer jobs – we offer careers with purpose. If you're driven by innovation, sustainability, and making a real impact, this is the place for you.

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Engineer to lead technical excellence across our agricultural and manufacturing operations. It's a pivotal role in driving performance, efficiency, and innovation across our farming and milling sites

You'll be at the forefront of:

Leading engineering support for manufacturing and packaging processes

Delivering capital projects (small to mid-sized) from concept to completion – including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management

Designing and commissioning new equipment and process upgrades

Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and industry standards

Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

You will be seen to be leading either the SunRice team, or the CopRice and Riviana team

Location: You will be based near Leeton, NSW – a vibrant regional hub with a strong community spirit.

About You

You're a solutions-focused senior engineer with a sharp commercial mindset and a passion for food manufacturing. You thrive in dynamic environments and know how to bring people together to deliver results

With a $70 million annual BAU Capex, this is a high-impact role for someone who's ready to lead, influence, and innovate across multiple sites

What you'll bring:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering

7+ years' experience in manufacturing or agricultural engineering, with some experience in food production

Proven success in plant reliability, maintenance systems, or capital project delivery

Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in rural/agricultural settings

Proficiency in CAD, MSProject, and data analysis tools

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why SunRice?

We take care of our people with a range of benefits that go beyond the ordinary:

Corporate discounts on gym memberships, Bupa health insurance, travel, car rental & home removalists

Weekly SunRice product allowances

Banking perks through our CommBank partnership

Employee share purchase options

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and want to be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and community – APPLY NOW and help shape the future of food with SunRice.

If you are ready for the next step in your career and this sounds like the opportunity for you, please APPLY NOW

All correspondence will be dealt with in strict confidence.

SunRice is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SunRice will consider qualified applicants for employment based on their merit, individual skills, qualifications and other appropriate criteria relevant to the role for which they are applying.