Piggery Attendant

4 days ago


Bendigo, Victoria, Australia JBS Australia Pty Limited Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

About Us

JBS Australia is a part of the global JBS business, which is the largest animal protein business in the world, and second largest food company with operations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

JBS Pork Australia has approximately 1400 employees spread across our three processing facilities as well as multiple farms and feed mills across Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia.

Our people are our greatest asset.  We are a multicultural business with a diverse group of people that create inclusive and vibrant workplaces. Our success is a result of the determination, innovation and hard work of our team members. We recognise that the ability to meet and exceed our goals comes from our people who work within the business. We have a strong safety culture, and our goal is to help our team members succeed in their roles and advance in their careers.

About the Role

JBS Pork Australia – Farming Team is currently recruiting a Piggery Attendant to support the team at our Victorian Contracting sites.

This full-time position will be responsible for undertaking animal husbandry and related tasks to assist in the care and well-being of Company livestock, along with basic maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Breed and raise stock
  • Care and welfare of stock
  • Update production records
  • Basic cleaning and maintenance tasks

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience working with animals (preferred but not essential)
  • Sound work ethic with high self-motivation
  • Working knowledge of WHS and QA
  • Preparedness to work some weekends and public holidays
  • Fitness levels to cope with the physical nature of the role
  • High commitment to Animal Welfare

Our recruitment process includes a medical (which includes a drug screen).