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
* Opportunity to work with a global leader in food manufacturing with a high focus on career development within a supportive environment
* Fully provided & laundered uniform, boots and PPE
* Base rates up to 50% higher than the applicable award + weekly pay
* On-site subsidised canteen
* Income protection insurance
* Soft tissue specialist appointments
About Our Role
* 4 year Apprenticeship - commencing late 2025 / early 2026
* Rotate between Simplot Ulverstone & Devonport manufacturing plants
* Diverse role working with a wide range of food processing / manufacturing plant & equipment
Simplot is committed to developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople and prides itself on providing a supportive training environment. As part of our 2026 apprenticeship programme, we are seeking highly motivated applicants for an exciting and unique opportunity in the role of Apprentice Maintenance Electrician.
Commencing in December 2025 / January 2026 (negotiable), this role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to learn a skilled maintenance trade and to work with a unique range of equipment in our modern food production facilities at both our Ulverstone and Devonport manufacturing plants. Upon successful completion of this 4 year apprenticeship, the Apprentice will obtain a nationally recognised qualification (Cert III Electrotechnology).
Simplot's Tasmanian production facilities have a long history within their communities, with both plants dating back to the early 1940s. Our Ulverstone plant processes around 300,000 tonnes of potatoes from 165 Tasmanian growers each year and employs over 450 people, whilst our Devonport plant has capacity to process 28 tonnes of product per hour, equating to over 80 million individual bags of frozen vegetables per annum.
Working a rotation across both sites will give our apprentices the leading edge in developing a diverse skill set in the industrial electrical industry. With base rates of up to 50% higher than the applicable award, and Simplot providing the successful candidate with a tool kit as a gesture of welcome - we ensure our apprentices are set up for success from day one
What You Will Do
Joining our highly skilled Maintenance Electrical teams on a Monday-Friday day shift roster – this apprenticeship will focus on all facets of the electrotechnology trade within a busy manufacturing (FMCG) environment. Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Take part in safety initiatives to achieve a 100% commitment to safety, health and wellbeing in the workplace
* Learn industry best practice for both preventative maintenance & breakdown of electrical equipment and systems (incl. pumps / motors / freezer tunnels / SCADA systems, high speed packaging equipment, fryers, process line fixed plant)
* Problem solving & fault finding
* Use of CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems) incl. work orders / data entry / stores lookups
* Use of hand tools and other industry specific tooling
* Process automation and instrumentation
* Interact & collaborate with wider Maintenance / Engineering & Production teams on tasks associated with production line maintenance
* Attend mandatory blocks of TAFE for the duration of the apprenticeship
* Complete a rotational programme at both Simplot Ulverstone and Devonport
* Contribute towards continuous improvement initiatives
About You
* Ideally you will have successfully completed, or are due to complete school based electrotechnology units (e.g. Cert II - Electrotechnology) in addition to have undertaken work experience / placements within an electrical environment
* Possess a genuine interest in learning the electrical trade
* Basic knowledge of electrical industry terminology
* Demonstrated problem solving skills with a hands-on approach
* Possess strong mathematical and English attributes - noting an in-house aptitude test will be required for shortlisted candidates
* Intermediate IT skills with regards to Windows based operating system
* Be an Australian Citizen or possess formal permanent residency
* Ability to commence full-time employment in December 2025 / January 2026 (negotiable)
* Possess a driver's licence (or hold your Learners Permit with a look to obtaining P plates in the near future)
* Demonstrate superior communication skills with the ability to interact with a wide variety of people and cultures
* Ability to commit to a 4 year apprenticeship
* Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment (incl. urine based drug & alcohol screen)
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, FRIDAY 19th SEPTEMBER noting that Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.
Job Requisition ID: 23319
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Plant - 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