Associate Talent Partner
Date: 8 Jul 2025
Location: Quoiba, TAS, AU, 7310
Company: Simplot
In Australia, the J.R. 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 J.R. 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 Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion 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 bonus / incentive scheme
- Flexible working arrangements (4 x days on-site / 1 x day WFH)
- Income Protection Insurance provided
- Opportunities for learning & professional development support
- Employee recognition program
- Fully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPE
- Discounted health insurance options
- Novated car leasing agreements
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- On-site canteen & parking
About Our Role
- Operations / manufacturing focused Talent Acquisition opportunity
- Build & develop your existing recruiting skillset in high volume recruitment
- Join a truly global Talent Acquisition team
A unique opportunity exists with Simplot's Global Services division in the position of Associate Talent Partner, undertaking & supporting the execution of high volume, full cycle recruitment activities for Simplot Global Food's Australian manufacturing operations.
Reporting to the Regional Talent Lead APAC and based at Simplot Devonport, this permanent full-time position will attract & acquire leading talent for a range of factory-based production roles, ensuring compliance with Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) and Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) initiatives.
What You Will Do
In this dynamic, people focused role - Associate Talent Partner duties will encompass (but are not limited to);
- Partnering & collaborating with Hiring Managers to identify, scope & plan high volume + seasonal hiring activities
- Providing regular reporting, metrics and updates to hiring teams
- Drafting, posting and maintaining job adverts on internal & external portals
- Reviewing & shortlisting applications
- Phone screening candidates
- Scheduling & facilitating of aptitude testing activities + group interviews
- Coordinating & facilitating candidate pre-offer due-diligence activities i.e pre-employment medicals, reference checks, right to work documentation
- Extending offers of employment + associated onboarding activities
- Participating and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
About You
Possessing a passion for all things people, we are seeking highly-motivated candidates who demonstrate the following attributes / competencies;
- A 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
- Experience within high volume recruitment activities (agency or internal) will be highly regarded
- Understanding of industry best practice Talent Acquisition principles
- Clear, concise and professional communication skills - both written and verbal
- Ability to build relationships and partner with a wide demographic of stakeholders
- Experience in the use of ATS / recruitment software (noting that Simplot utilise SAP Success Factors)
- Strong organisational & time management skills
- An intermediate level of competency with MS Windows based OS
- Skillset in ability to coach and influence conversational outcomes with a diverse group of stakeholders
- Ability to undertake domestic travel, when required
- Possess a current C class drivers licence - mandatory
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, SUNDAY 3rd AUGUST 2025 - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.
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Job Requisition ID: 22806
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Location(s): GF Devonport Plant - Quoiba
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