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Automation Specialist

Viterra2 days ago
Regina, Saskatchewan
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Motivated learning alongside high-performing colleagues
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Short-Term Incentive Plan offering additional earning potential in the form of an annual bonus

About the role

Bunge and Viterra have now combined to become one company. Our ~37,000 employees – the driving force behind our success – are dedicated to one purpose: connecting farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a newly combined company, we are guided by our shared values in all that we do:

  • We are one team.
  • We lead the way.
  • We do what’s right.

We are passionate, bold and driven. Together, we lead the way to deliver results for our customers, each other and the world.

While we work to integrate our job opportunities, candidates are encouraged to explore positions posted on behalf of both Bunge and Viterra.

Support the backbone of a leading global agriculture company by tackling modern industrial automation challenges to elevate the business and grow your skills.

Automation Specialist We are seeking an Automation Specialist in our Regina office. This position is responsible for the implementation, maintenance, database management and systems support for industrial control system software and hardware technologies.

What You’ll Do

  • Develops, documents, tests, and commissions production repairs and major projects related to facility control systems.
  • Ensures all company standards relating to automation development and support are followed.
  • Assists in the research, analysis, design, test, and implementation of core computing systems, including virtualization endpoint protection, network, backups, security, and databases for control systems.
  • Assists with the analysis, configuration, testing, installation, upgrade and production support of core modules for software packages and in-house developed software.
  • Analyzes new developments in control system hardware/software and provides recommendations to enhance the efficiency of facility operations.
  • Prioritizes and diagnoses incidents encountered in the automation environments following agreed procedures. Investigates causes of incidents and seeks resolution and escalation as required.
  • Initiates and monitors actions to investigate and resolve problems in automation systems, processes and services. Implements agreed remedies and preventative measures.
  • Liaises with maintenance staff and contractors in the installation, commissioning and quality control of automation systems.
  • Plans daily, weekly and monthly tasks to meet project schedules and estimated budgets.
  • Supports proactive health, safety, environmental and security programs and communicates safety procedures to Country Operations staff, contractors and other site personnel.
  • Provide on-call technical support, be able to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

What You Bring To Our Team

  • Minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible experience in an industrial environment with three (3) years’ experience in core computing infrastructure such as active directory, terminal Services, SQL server, virtualization and disaster recovery.
  • HMI, PLC systems design and/or software development is an asset.
  • Post-secondary degree in a related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in both low and high-end automation development methods is required.
  • Valid Class 5 vehicle operator’s license.
  • Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of the agricultural industry will be considered an asset.
  • Some travel will be required.

What We Offer

  • Motivated learning alongside high-performing colleagues
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
  • Short-Term Incentive Plan offering additional earning potential in the form of an annual bonus
  • Future security through a Retirement Savings Plan

We also strive to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the hiring process by contacting us at canada.recruitment@bunge.com or by phone at 1.866.569.4411.

Apply Today! Join a team with a global reach and contribute to the future of the agriculture industry.

Employment Type Regular

Posting Close Date 9/5/2025

About Viterra

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
1001-5000

At Viterra, we believe in the power of connection.

Our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network connects producers to consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products.

With more than 18,000 talented employees operating in 37 countries, our strategic network of storage, processing and transport assets enable us to offer innovative solutions and open pathways for our customers, creating successful partnerships that last.

Together, we are stronger, and achieve more.