Are you physically fit, reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced food production environment? Do you take pride in maintaining high hygiene standards and contributing to quality food production?
If you are safety-focused, punctual, and motivated to build a stable career in manufacturing, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
Job Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Meat Process Worker / General Labourer |
| Employer | JBS Australia Pty Limited |
| Location | Brooklyn, Melbourne VIC |
| Industry | Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Work Setting | On-site |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Salary | Add expected salary to your profile for insights |
About the Employer
JBS Australia Pty Limited is Australia’s largest and most respected meat and food processing company. As part of the global JBS group, the company operates across North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, operates the largest multi-species processing facility in the country, handling beef, sheep, and goats while supplying major international markets. The company is committed to innovation, quality, sustainability, and environmental responsibility in protein production.
Position Summary
The Meat Process Worker / General Labourer is responsible for supporting daily processing operations within the Brooklyn Plant. This role involves performing hands-on production tasks while maintaining strict hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
You will work in a fast-paced environment and contribute directly to the preparation and packaging of meat products for domestic and international markets.
Key Responsibilities
As a Meat Process Worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Trimming, packing, weighing, and labelling products
- Operating processing machinery and equipment
- Performing manual handling tasks
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Following food safety and workplace health & safety regulations
- Working collaboratively within a team environment
- Meeting daily production targets
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Skills & Qualifications
To be successful in this role, candidates should have:
- Previous experience in meat processing, food manufacturing, or general labour (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to perform physically demanding work
- Willingness to work in hot or cold environments
- Strong commitment to safety and hygiene standards
- Reliable and punctual work habits
- Availability for AM Shift (5:00 AM starts)
- Own reliable transport (public transport may not be reliable)
Work Environment
This role involves:
- On-site work at the Brooklyn Plant in Melbourne
- Fast-paced production environment
- Exposure to temperature-controlled areas (hot and cold conditions)
- Manual handling and repetitive tasks
- Early morning shifts
Teamwork, efficiency, and strict adherence to safety standards are essential in this environment.
Personal Suitability
The ideal candidate is:
- Reliable and punctual
- Safety-focused
- Physically fit and hardworking
- Comfortable with hands-on, practical work
- A strong team player
- Committed to maintaining high quality standards
Benefits
Employees enjoy:
- Permanent full-time employment with job security
- Discounted wholesale meat products
- Free chiropractic services
- Career growth and training opportunities
- Health and wellbeing programs
- Injury prevention initiatives
- Working just 15–20 minutes west of Melbourne CBD
- Opportunity to be part of Australia’s largest animal protein producer
How to Apply
Are you ready to join one of Australia’s leading food production companies?
For more information and to apply, please visit the official careers page of JBS Australia.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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