Storeperson / Loader Operator

Are you safety-focused with experience operating machinery, particularly Front End Loaders? Bunge is seeking a Storeperson / Loader Operator to join our Timaru site .

About the role

As a Storeperson / Loader Operator, you’ll play a key role in the safe and efficient loading, unloading, and storage of product at the site. You’ll work with loaders, screeners, and other site equipment while maintaining high standards for health and safety, feed and food quality, and site cleanliness.

This hands-on operational role is ideal for someone with experience in machinery operation and bulk product handling, a strong attention to detail, and a willingness to follow set procedures and contribute to team success.

This role includes participation in a rotational night shift schedule. Applicants must be willing and able to work night shifts on a rotating basis as part of the team’s operational requirements.

Duties

• Operate front-end loaders and screeners in a safe and efficient manner
• Load and unload vehicles in line with order requirements and site procedures
• Complete all relevant documentation accurately, including MPI and site records
• Maintain store and yard cleanliness and assist with stock rotation and hygiene
• Carry out pre-start checks, and maintain loaders and equipment according to schedule
• Adhere to all site, MPI, and health & safety procedures
• Support a culture of zero harm and strong feed / food safety awareness
• Work collaboratively within the team and communicate effectively with supervisors

About you

• Experience operating loaders and other site machinery
• Familiarity with stock receipting, dispatch, and storage practices
• Comfortable using tablets or computers for record keeping and basic admin
• Experience with MPI processes is desirable
• Team-oriented with a strong focus on safety and following procedures
• Current front-end loader licence required (WTR endorsements required)
• Full driver’s licence (if required to operate company vehicles)

About us

Bunge is a premier agribusiness solutions company. With our agile workforce, enhanced global footprint, increased access to key markets and diversified agriculture network covering all major crops, Bunge is able to manage seasonal cycles, weather and other risks, better connecting growers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world.

By joining Bunge, you will enjoy a varied and interesting career and make a difference to local growers and the communities we operate in.

On 2 July, Bunge successfully completed its combination with Viterra. Going forward, our business will operate as Bunge, and transition to the brand over the coming months.

Benefits

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

• Paid Birthday Leave
• Years of service recognition
• Primary and secondary carer paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support

Ready to make your mark in a rewarding career with Bunge? Apply today and help us shape the future of agriculture.

How to apply

To apply for the position please click on ‘Apply’ at the bottom of the page or for further information please contact, Site Supervisor, Aaron Whyte on +

Applications close 11 : 45pm Sunday 12 October 2025

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

We will be conducting interviews as we receive applications. Please note that we reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified prior to the advertised closing date.

Attachments :

• 2025.09 Storeperson Loader Operator PD, Timaru.pdf
• Bunge Collection Notice.pdf