Field Assistant

In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Annual incentive (bonus) programme
• Discounted health insurance options
• Income protection insurance
• Tools of the Trade vehicle provided with role
• Novated car leasing agreements (personal vehicle)
• Fully supplied uniform, boots & PPE
• Training & development opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

About Our Role

Due to internal growth, Simplot are seeking applicants for the position of Field Assistant to join our Raw Procurement division based in Bathurst, regional NSW. Raw Procurement comprises farming and harvesting operations to support our annual sourcing of 450,000 tonnes of potatoes and vegetables in addition to leading innovative R&D activities throughout Australia and beyond.

Reporting to the Sweet Corn Specialist, in this permanent position - the Field Assistant will work closely with internal and external (crop growers) stakeholders to align with annual crop planting and harvesting plans relative to our sweet corn and brassica (e.g. broccoli / cauliflower) raw materials, whilst building on existing grower relationships.

In this varied role, the successful candidate will undertake weekly travel (by road - tools of the trade vehicle provided) to our growing areas within the Orana region (Dubbo / Narromine) and to the Forbes / Cowra areas, with monthly travel to our growing areas within QLD.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Sweet Corn Specialist in the management of contract growing operations
• Act as a first point of contact between Simplot and contract growers
• Assist with development of the annual planting schedule in close conjunction with contract growers
• Assist with development of the annual harvest plan to align with manufacturing activities
• Provide best practice advice to growers on cropping solutions
• Undertake regular visits to growing operations & manufacturing facility
• Provide regular communications / reporting to the wider Raw Procurement team with cropping data
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement (CI) activities
• Assist with general farm duties (e.g. tractor ops + fencing etc) during the off-season

About You

• 100% commitment to health, safety & wellbeing in the workplace
• Ag related tertiary qualifications (e.g. agronomy) in addition to exposure relative to cropping e.g. sweet corn, brassica, cereal crops will be highly regarded
• Possess a customer focused mindset, with the ability to build on long-term existing relationships with growers in addition to Simplot stakeholders
• Ability to self-start and work unsupervised
• Hold an eye for detail
• Intermediate to advanced PC skills with demonstrated MS Office competencies
• Willingness to travel for work, incl. both road and air travel
• Possess a current C class drivers licence
• Chemcert + LF forklift licence would be advantageous (but not essential - training can be provided)
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical (incl. urine based D&A screening)

Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, TUESDAY 16th SEPTEMBER Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at