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The Role

We are seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our team at Girgarre Farm. This is a full-time position of up to 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Working within our breeding, farrowing, or grower operations, you will contribute to the daily care and wellbeing of livestock while supporting the smooth operation of the farm in a safe and productive environment.

Paying rate of $25.74 to $31.64 per hour, depending on relevant skills and experience plus guaranteed overtime with penalty rates, and the opportunity to maximise your earnings

The Purpose of the Role

• Provide daily care and husbandry of livestock.
• Monitor animal health and wellbeing and report concerns.
• Assist with farrowing and the care of newborn animals.
• Feed and water animals in accordance with farm procedures.
• Care for sick or injured animals as directed.
• Clean and maintain animal housing, equipment, and work areas.
• Handle and use chemicals safely in accordance with procedures.
• Operate farm machinery and equipment safely.
• Follow biosecurity and quarantine control requirements.
• Comply with and promote workplace health, safety, and animal welfare standards.

About You

• Experience working with animals or livestock is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety, and animal welfare.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks associated with farm work.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays when required.
• Ability to follow procedures and work effectively as part of a team.
• Agricultural qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

About Us

GWF is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest food manufacturers employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites.  GWF’s product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed.  GWF’s business units include: Tip Top, Don, Yumi's, MAURI anz and Jasol.

DON’s heritage goes back to the late 1800’s and we have always been passionate about meat and making meat even better- transforming it into delicious tasting Ham, Bacon, Salami, Smallgoods and Fresh Pork.

Our heritage is expertise in meat, and we have taken great pride in our skills, techniques and our brands form the very beginning. Our journey has been one from small family businesses to large ones and now as part of the GWF family, which is still largely owned by the Weston family.

Why join us
  
Our Purpose is to Craft food that brings out ‘the good’
  
When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognised and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.
  
We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):

• Community partnerships and initiatives, inc. 2 volunteer days per year
• Discounted products
• Training and development programs
• Various recognition programs and rewards, including an end of year celebration
• Health and wellness initiatives

Applications

To apply for this opportunity please submit your resume and/or cover letter by clicking on the ‘Apply' button. 
  
Please note:

Please note that progression is subject to availability. Preferred candidates may be shortlisted and placed on wait lists. You will be contacted if this is the case.

At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to dontalent@gwf.com.au

Applicants for this position will be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol test. Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants

GWF has a duty of care and a legal responsibility to promote, monitor and maintain a safe working environment for the protection of all of our people in our workplaces. As per our GWF Workplace COVID-19 Safety and Vaccination Policy we strongly encourage all new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempt, and note that some roles are subject to customer mandates in relation to COVID-19 vaccination

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone due to volume of applicants

If you require more information or have questions, please email dontalent@gwf.com.au

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