Site Operative
At Bunge, we are one of the world's leading agribusiness and food companies, connecting farmers to consumers through innovative and sustainable agricultural solutions. With a global network spanning all major crops and markets, we help deliver essential food, feed and fuel products to people around the world.
Our Portland facility is a key part of our UK operations, providing over 200,000 square feet of modern storage capacity and direct port access for importing and exporting agricultural commodities. Equipped with industry-leading stevedoring equipment, including a 380-metric-tonne hybrid crane, Portland plays a vital role in supporting our customers across the food, animal feed and beverage industries.
We're looking for a Site Operative to join our team and help ensure the safe, efficient handling and storage of grain and other commodities.
About the Role
Reporting to the senior site team, you'll be part of a hands-on operational environment where no two days are the same. Working closely with your colleagues, you'll support the intake, storage, movement and export of commodities while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain a range of mobile plant and site machinery
- Load, unload and move grain and feed products around the facility
- Learn to operate the weighbridge accurately and efficiently
- Support vessel loading and discharge operations
- Keep the site clean, organised and operating effectively
- Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company standards
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience operating plant machinery such as: Telehandlers, Loading shovels, 360 excavators and Cranes
- Positive attitude and willingness to work flexibly
- Strong team-working and communication skills
- Practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to help wherever needed
- Good numeracy skills and attention to detail
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable Experience & Skills
- Previous experience within ports, shipping, warehousing, logistics, grain handling, agriculture, production or manufacturing environments
- Experience operating CNC machinery
- Possible Electrical knowledge or relevant electrical qualifications
- Experience operating bulk material handling and conveying equipment, including conveyor belts, bucket elevators, and associated storage systems.
- Welding experience
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to carry out basic equipment checks and maintenance
- Relevant plant machinery certifications or licences
Working Hours
8-hour shifts plus 1 hour unpaid break.Core operating hours are Monday to Friday between 6:00am and 8:00pm
During vessel discharge operations, the facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Team members may be required to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, nights and weekends. Additional hours worked, including weekends and night shifts, are compensated in line with the company's overtime arrangements.
What's In It For You?
At Bunge, we recognise that our people are key to our success. In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer:
- Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Discretionary monthly bonus scheme (following qualifying period)
- 10% company pension contribution
Private healthcare (following qualifying period) - Life insurance
- Income protection cover
- Ongoing learning, development and training opportunities
- Occupational Health support
- Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
If you're looking for a practical, hands-on role where you can make a real impact as part of a highly skilled operational team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your career with Bunge.
At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:
• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity
If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge
Source: the employer's careers page. Last checked 2026-10-30. Posted 2026-10-30.