Shipping Assistant

About the role

Bunge is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Shipping Assistant to join our Shipping team in Melbourne on a fixed-term, part-time basis.

Reporting to the Sr Manager Industrial Management East Coast, you will play an important role in supporting the efficient execution of grain export and domestic shipping activities. Working closely with exporters, transport providers, operational sites and internal stakeholders, you will assist with shipping administration, customer service, regulatory compliance and the coordination of grain movements across the supply chain.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is keen to develop their knowledge of the grain export, logistics and agribusiness sectors.

Duties

• Respond to enquiries from sellers, exporters, transport providers and operational sites, providing a high level of customer service and support
• Accurately enter and maintain shipping, order and transaction information across relevant systems
• Generate and distribute shipping reports and documentation as required
• Process domestic outturn transactions through internal systems
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support the timely execution of grain shipments
• Assist in monitoring shipment schedules and resolving administrative issues to support operational requirements
• Support compliance with MICoR requirements, Department of Agriculture guidelines and customer specifications
• Work closely with storage and handling operations to support container export and import activities
• Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity across shipping and operational systems
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Shipping team and undertake other duties as required

About you

• Customer-focused with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to use initiative
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Previous experience in administration, logistics, shipping or customer service is desirable
• Interest in the grain, agriculture, logistics or export sectors and a willingness to learn

About us

Bunge connects farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world.

Through our dynamic supply chain, we can move commodities efficiently from where there is surplus to where they are needed. In Australia, we operate around 60 storage and handling sites and seven port terminals across southern Western Australia, South Australia and western Victoria, two import sites in Victoria and New South Wales, and are one of the largest buyers and exporters of agricultural commodities including cereals, oilseeds, pulses and cotton.

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

In mid-2025, Bunge and Viterra combined, creating a premier agribusiness solutions with around 34,000 employees globally. 

Benefits

When you join Bunge, you’re not just starting a new job – you’re building a rewarding career with a global leader. We offer a supportive work culture that values respect, teamwork, and development. As part of the Bunge family, you’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Training and development opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning, Bunge workshops, and mentorship programs to support continuous learning and career growth
• Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support
• Corporate health insurance funds, financial services, and computer offers
• Rigorous safety practices
• A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork.

Ready to get started? Join Bunge and take your career to the next level in a role that’s both exciting and rewarding.

How to apply

To apply or to see a detailed position description, please visit the careers page of our website viterra.com.au, or for further information please contact, the Recruitment Team at ***********@bunge.com

Applications close 11:45pm Sunday 20 September 2026.

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.