Farm Hand

SunPork Group is dedicated to delivering the finest quality fresh Australian pork to market. We are proud to be the largest Australian farmer owned and operated producer of quality Australian pork products. Employing 1,500+ employees across 52 locations in Australia and NZ.

SunPork is committed to animal welfare and the responsible, ethical care of animals to ensure their comfort, health and welfare. Together with our dedicated specialist veterinary health, nutrition, research and development teams, and farm and production teams, the person in this position is committed to the care of our pigs and the production of high quality, sustainable pork.

• What We Offer

By joining us, you will become part of an ever-growing family - passionate about producing the best quality Aussie pork for Aussie plates.

At SunPork Group we provide :

• Access to professional growth and development resources
• Attractive remuneration
• Employee Wellbeing Benefits, which include discounts at over 400 retailers
• The Opportunity

In the role of

• Farm Hand
• you will be responsible for undertaking animal husbandry and related tasks to assist with the care and well-being of our livestock inclusive of general maintenance at our Westbrook Pig Research Facility.

Reporting to the Farm Manager, key responsibilities will include :

• Assisting and performing general fitting, welding, fabricating, machining and equipment maintenance / installation
• Undertaking a pro-active role in fault finding and preventative maintenance
• Maintaining a high-quality environment for the welfare and well-being of stock
• Assisting tradesmen and contractors when necessary
• Carrying out specified methods, controlled procedures and operational infrastructure
• Clean accommodation pens, fittings and equipment;
• Tend to routine husbandry of all stock;
• Move, draft and weigh stock;
• Care for sick and / or injured animals; and
• Administer medications when required
• What We're Looking For

SunPork Farms has established an efficient, highly skilled yet diversified team that is dedicated to producing high quality, sustainable welfare-optimal products.

As a key member of this team, the successful applicant must :

• Have a basic knowledge of tool skills
• Be committed to upholding the highest levels of animal welfare and biosecurity standards
• Sound communication and effective time management skills;
• A current driver's licence
• A preparedness to work flexible hours (including some weekends and public holidays)
• Be physically fit and able to cope with the physical demands of the role, which includes working with animals and manual handling tasks including lifting
• Have a positive attitude towards the intrinsic values of trust, integrity, agility, quality, innovation and unity

All Piggery Attendants are trained in animal welfare and husbandry and are required to undertake a Certificate III in Pork Production.

• SunPork Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and all members are required to undertake pre-employment including drug and alcohol testing.
• Salary
• 22.00 - $25.00 per hour
• Benefits
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types :

• Overtime pay
• Penalty rates

Application Question(s) :

• Are you willing to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

Work Authorisation :

• Australia (required)

Work Location : In person