Harvest maintenance support – trade assistants (Western Australia)
Job Summary
- Make great money
- Meet new people
- Build your skills
Were recruitingMaintenance Support / Trade Assistants to join our team acrossBunbury Kukerin and Arthur River this harvest season.
In this role youllsupport site operations by assisting with maintenance repairs andgeneral upkeep of equipment and infrastructure helping ensure oursites operate safely and efficiently during one of our busiesttimes of year.
These roles are ideal foranyone with a mechanical mindset or trade interest whether yourestudying recently qualified or looking to gain practicalhands-on experience in an industrial environment.
Most harvest roles runfrom September through to January depending on location andseasonal conditions. There may also be opportunities to continuebeyond the harvest period.
What weoffer
As well as great regionallocations a role with us offers:
- Hands-on experience supporting maintenance and site operations
- A supportive team-based work environment
- On-the-job training to build your skills
- All required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Pay in line with the applicable Enterprise Agreement / Award
Depending on your roleand location you may also have the opportunity to:
- Work across multiple sites in regional Western Australia
- Be considered for ongoing or return employment
- Access accommodation at selected locations (limited availability)
- Work towards eligibility for a second-year Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
Keyresponsibilities
Responsibilities include(but are not limited to):
- Assisting with general maintenance and minor repairs on site equipment
- Supporting tradespeople with mechanical electrical or structural tasks
- Conducting basic inspections and preventative maintenance activities
- Assisting with breakdown response and troubleshooting
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
- Following all safety procedures and site requirements
Aboutyou
Were looking forcandidates who:
- Have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Have an interest in mechanical work maintenance or trades
- Are comfortable working in a hands-on outdoor environment
- Demonstrate strong awareness of safety and safe work practices
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Are reliable and able to work flexible hours including weekends if required
Desirable but notessential:
- Previous experience in maintenance trades or similar environments
- Exposure to mechanical equipment or industrial sites
- Trade qualification or currently studying a trade-related discipline
Aboutus
Bunge connects farmers toconsumers to deliver essential food feed and fuel to theworld.
Through our dynamicsupply chain we can move commodities efficiently from where thereis surplus to where they are Australia we operatearound 60 storage and handling sites and seven port terminalsacross southern Western Australia South Australia and westernVictoria two import sites in Victoria and New South Wales and areone of the largest buyers and exporters of agricultural commoditiesincluding cereals oilseeds pulses and cotton.
By joining Bunge youwill enjoy a varied and interesting career and make a difference tolocal farmers and the communities we operate in.
In mid-2025 Bunge andViterra combined creating the premier agribusiness solutionscompany.
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Simply include the nameof the person who referred you (or who you referred) in yourapplication. If you are both successful in securing a role youcould each win one of 2 $150 vouchers to spendlocally in the region youre working in.
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How toapply
To apply for the positionplease click on Apply at the bottom of the page or for furtherinformation please contact Sr Analyst HRBP Sharna Gallagher-Bairdon.
Applications close11:45pm Sunday 16 August 2026.
Please notify yourcurrent manager/supervisor of your interest in this position priorto applying.
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ImportantInformation
We are an equalopportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusiveworkplace.
We promote a strongsafety culture with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol in theworkplace.
As part of therecruitment process you may be required to attend a company-fundedpre-employment medical.
Attachments:
- Bunge Collection
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Empowering global agriculture, Viterra connects producers and customers worldwide. Discover our sustainable, traceable commodities and join us.