Asset Maintenance Support Manager

Bunge; Warden (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plans

Retirement contribution

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Bunge in Washington state is seeking an Asset Maintenance Support Manager to maximize the reliability, safety, and performance of facility assets. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, contractors, and leadership to oversee capital projects, support maintenance programs, and drive continuous improvement across the site.

The role emphasizes preventive and predictive maintenance, asset reliability, and strong project execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in agri-business facility maintenance or construction
• 3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Journeyperson status in an industrial trade
• Two-year diploma in Business Management/Administration/Supervision
• Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration or Commerce (asset)
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specs
• Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and manage external contracts
• Strong project management, planning, budgeting and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data handling

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital projects from planning to closeout
• Coordinate maintenance shutdowns with maintenance and operations teams
• Onboard and manage external contractors with EH&S compliance
• Monitor contractor performance and negotiate service contracts
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs
• Identify asset reliability risks through predictive maintenance and PM optimization
• Evaluate critical spare parts inventories based on equipment needs
• Participate in management meetings to review budgets and priorities
• Ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and company policies
• Promote health, safety, environmental, and security programs across operations

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Planning and budgeting

Communication

Asset reliability

Contract management

Microsoft Office

Team coordination

Education

High school + Journeyperson

Two-year business management/administration/supervision diploma

Diploma/Certificate in Business Admin/Commerce

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Contract management software

Job description

City : Warden State : Washington (US-WA) Country : United States (US) Requisition Number: 47188

A Day in the Life:

As an Asset Maintenance Support Manager, you will play a critical role in maximizing the reliability, safety, and performance of facility assets. Working closely with operations, maintenance, contractors, and leadership teams, you will oversee capital projects, support preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will help ensure operational excellence while supporting long-term asset management strategies and facility growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage and oversee capital projects, including planning, development, budgeting, tracking, execution, and project closeout activities.
• Coordinate and support facility maintenance shutdowns in partnership with maintenance and operations teams.
• Select, onboard, and manage external contractors, ensuring compliance with company standards and EH&S requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance and support negotiations and evaluations of contracted maintenance and construction services.
• Develop and maintain asset reliability and preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Identify and manage asset reliability risks through predictive maintenance strategies, PM optimization, and failure prevention initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend critical spare parts inventories based on equipment requirements and operational needs.
• Participate in management meetings to review project status, capital budgets, and facility priorities.
• Ensure maintenance activities and projects comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Promote health, safety, environmental, and security programs while driving continuous improvement and best practices across operations.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in agri-business facility maintenance and/or construction, including bulk material handling systems.
• Supervisory experience is considered a strong asset, with preference given to candidates possessing three (3) years of leadership experience.
• High school diploma (Grade 12) supplemented by Journeyperson status in an industrial trade.
• Two-year diploma in Business Management, Administration, Supervision, or a related field.
• Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration or Commerce is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, building plans, and technical specifications.
• Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and manage contracts with external service providers.
• Strong project management, planning, budgeting, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.
• Strong understanding of maintenance management principles, asset reliability, and capital project execution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational performance.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of continuous improvement and workplace safety.

Bunge offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness plans, retirement contribution and paid vacation/holidays.

The compensation range for this position is $89,380 - $100,530. In addition to the regular compensation, this role is also eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of :34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

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

We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge