Shovel Loader Operator

Bunge; Thame; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness company in Thame is seeking a Shovel Loader Operator to manage bulk grain operations at their Portland facility. This versatile role includes both machine operation and manual tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining product integrity. Candidates should possess shovel operating experience, strong safety skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts. The position offers a competitive salary, development opportunities, and various company benefits. Apply now to join a dynamic team!

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

10% company pension contribution

Life insurance and income protection

Occupational Health Support

Qualifications

• Proven shovel operating experience in a bulk/industrial environment.
• Strong safety behaviors; confident to stop work if unsafe.
• Willingness and physical ability to perform manual work alongside machine operation.
• Good spoken English and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Maintain product integrity and comply with safety protocols.
• Complete shift paperwork accurately and on time.
• Deliver safety routines and participation in reporting.

Skills

Shovel operating experience

Strong safety behaviors

Shift flexibility

Manual work capability

Basic digital competence

Good communication skills

Full UK driving license

Job description

Shovel Loader Operator (Portland)

Date: Jan 27, 2026

Location: GB

City: Thame State: Oxfordshire (GB-OXF) Country: United Kingdom (GB) Requisition Number: 43581

About BungeBunge is a premier agribusiness solutions company with the talent and technology to advance the industry. With our agile workforce, enhanced global footprint, increased access to key markets, and diversified agriculture network covering all major crops, Bunge is able to navigate seasonal cycles, weather, and other risks, better connecting farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed, and fuel to the world. The Bunge UK business, based in Oxfordshire, has been operating for nearly six decades and is a major participant in the UK grains, feeds, and bio‑fuel markets. Across the UK, our portfolio of strategically placed storage and port facilities ensures our products are moved efficiently between destinations without delay.

The Portland Facility

Our Portland facility comprises two warehouse sites: one totaling 75,000 square feet in warehouse capacity and an additional state‑of‑the‑art 144,000 square feet facility with a portside presence for discharging and loading vessels using our own stevedoring equipment, including a new 380 metric tonne hybrid crane. Our network of global port terminals means we can provide a guaranteed service to our consumers. Our people operate all aspects throughout, which allows us to accurately manage the quality, quantity, and delivery of our commodities.

The Role: Shovel Loader Operator

As a Shovel Loader Operator, you will play a crucial role in safely and efficiently moving and managing bulk grain. You will maintain product integrity and housekeeping and strictly comply with Safe Systems of Work and site safety routines. This is a versatile role that encompasses both machine operation and manual tasks to complete processes end‑to‑end.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently for shed movements, stockpiles, and loading support.
• Manage product integrity: ensuring segregation, contamination prevention, and correct stock handling.
• Be capable of operating and utilizing a 380mt counterweight, hydraulic crane and the 600mt/hr intake system incorporating a moving shuttle conveyor system, both located at the facility.
• Maintain housekeeping and dust control; keep walkways/routes and work areas safe and tidy.
• Complete shift paperwork and handover logs accurately and on time.
• Deliver safety routines: active participation in VCOM, SLAMs, reporting, and interventions.
• Complete QR pre‑use checks; raise defects immediately, isolate unsafe plant, and escalate to supervision/maintenance.

What We Are Looking For (Essential Skills & Experience)

• Proven shovel operating experience in a bulk/industrial environment.
• Strong safety behaviors; confident to stop work if unsafe.
• Shift flexibility (nights/weekends during 24/7 operations).
• Willingness and physical ability to perform manual work alongside machine operation.
• Basic digital competence (for QR checks/forms) coupled with good communication and teamwork skills.
• Possession of a full UK driving license.
• Good spoken English and interpersonal skills to communicate clearly with drivers, customers, and contractors (safety‑critical).

Working Hours

Shifts are 8 hours in length plus an hour of unpaid breaks. Normal working hours will be Monday to Friday, 06:00‑20:00. When discharging large vessels, the facility operates 24/7, and you will be required to work on a flexible basis during this time, which will include some weekend and night work. Overtime is rewarded at time and a half for weekend work and double time for night work.

Salary & Company Benefits

• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Discretionary bonus scheme (paid monthly after qualifying period).
• 10% company pension contribution.
• Life insurance and income protection.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Occupational Health Support.

Diversity at Bunge

We believe the decision for this role will be based entirely on relevant skills, competence, and previous experience. We are inclusive of all sexualities, skin colors, religions, and disabilities, provided the candidate can meet the expectations of the role (with reasonable adjustments where applicable).

Interested?

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Values

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

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