Ginner

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

The Louis Dreyfus Company are currently recruiting for Ginners, based in Kununurra. The Ginner is in charge of their shift and must ensure the efficient, effective and safe operation of all areas under their control. This is to be performed in a consistent way in which the ginner has been instructed, to oversee, manage and ensure all areas of the Gin production are operating safely and within state and federal guidelines. This is an opportunity to build on your career in this unique manufacturing/mechanical/agricultural space in Kununurra. You will be developed in manufacturing practices, within a cotton ginning specialisation, which encompasses both Operations and Mechanical Maintenance of world class facilities.     

Remuneration range will be tailored to the level of the role and to the individual depending on qualifications, experience, and knowledge. Relocation expenses can also be negotiated (if required). 

Core Responsibilities 

• Undertaking of mechanicl based maintenance of safety 
• The effective running of a shift including bale output, reporting downtime, coordination of casual staff and safety compliance checks 
• Staff Management – conflict resolution, task delegation 
• Ensure all EH&S daily, weekly and monthly checks and reporting have been finalised 
• Identify faults and utilise trouble shooting skills to identify and implement solutions 
• Training of casual staff according to company standard 
• Reporting of production turn out – downtimes etc 
• Ensure maintenance schedule is followed as determined by the site manager 
• Responsible for the successful mentoring and coaching of Assistant Ginners

To apply for the position:

If you're interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Louis Dreyfus Company, please click 'APPLY NOW' to forward an up-to-date copy of your Resume and Cover Letter.

In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers. 

Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.

Experiences: 

• Experience providing out of the box solutions to unique and complex operating problems 
• Exposure to working with a diverse team or shift in remote or isolated environments 
• Preferred training within a mechanical background and general understanding of hydraulics and moisture systems 
• Coordination of third parties while on site (contractors, truck drivers, growers, visitors etc) 
• Industry specific licenses and tickets including open driver’s license 

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us