Field Operations Specialist (Ulverstone)

In Australia, the 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 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 ResourcesSpirit of InnovationPassion 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) programmeDiscounted health insurance optionsIncome protection insuranceNovated car leasing agreementsFully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPETraining and development opportunitiesOpportunity to purchase additional annual leaveCareer development opportunities within a global food and agriculture business

About Our Role

Simplot are seeking applications for the position of Field Operations Specialist to join our Raw Procurement division based at our Ulverstone manufacturing facility. Raw Procurement comprises farming and harvesting operations that support the annual sourcing of potatoes and vegetables for our manufacturing facilities, while also leading innovative research and development activities across Australia and beyond.

Reporting to the Raw Planner Scheduler and commencing late September or early October 2026, this permanent full-time position plays a key role in supporting raw procurement operations across Simplot's potato supply network. Working closely with growers, freight providers, contractors and manufacturing teams, you will coordinate the movement of approximately 320,000 tonnes of potatoes annually to meet factory processing and SKU requirements. This is a dynamic role requiring continuous planning, troubleshooting and reprioritisation, where supply plans may change within days or even hours in response to operational requirements.

You will also support crop monitoring, storage management, raw supply coordination and operational reporting activities, helping to ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality raw product to Simplot facilities across Tasmania. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within Simplot's Raw Procurement function, with the role often serving as a stepping stone into broader operational, agricultural and leadership opportunities across the business.

What You Will Do

Coordinate daily raw potato scheduling and delivery activities to support production, quality, cost and regulatory requirementsLiaise with growers, freight providers, loading crews, storage operators and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient raw product movementMonitor potato loading, receiving, quality grading and processing performance across field, storage and manufacturing locationsConduct crop progress sampling, field assessments and data collection activities throughout the growing and harvest seasonsSupport storage management activities, including storage grade monitoring and raw inventory reportingAssist with agronomy, sustainability, variety evaluation and other Raw Procurement projectsPrepare and maintain accurate operational records, reports and statistics to support planning and decision-makingSupport the achievement of safety, food safety, foreign material detection and finished product quality standardsSupport infield operations as required

About You

100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplaceStrong commitment and availability, including outside standard work hours when requiredExcellent time management, organisational and prioritisation skillsDemonstrated ability to adapt quickly in a fast-changing environmentStrong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with frontline operators, growers, contractors and leadership teamsPractical problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the boxStrong planning, coordination and scheduling capabilitiesHigh attention to detail and data accuracyIntermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly ExcelExperience with Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting tools would be an advantageMinimum 3+ years' related experience and/or training within agriculture, agronomy, food manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, production planning or a related industryBachelor's degree (BA or BS) is preferred; recent graduates in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Business/Economics or related disciplines will also be well regardedProduction agriculture experience is preferredUnderstanding of inventory management, supply chain operations or production planning processes would be beneficialKnowledge of potato production, crop monitoring or storage operations would be highly regardedCurrent unrestricted Driver's LicenceWillingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol 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 WEDNESDAY, 16th SEPTEMBER 2026 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

Job Requisition ID: 26989

Travel Required:

Location(s): GF Raw Warehouse - Ulverstone

Country: Australia

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 careers.contact@simplot.com