Opportunity

Oakey Beef Exports, part of the NH Foods Group, is one of Australia’s largest and longest operating beef processing plants! Offering stable, full-time employment and long-term career pathways here in Oakey, we are currently seeking local candidates with knife skills to join our Knifehand team!

Role

Becoming a Knifehand at Oakey Beef Exports is an chance to upskill and create a long-term pathway, with over 50+ different trimming and Knifehand roles in one department alone. This Knifehand position offers:
Full time, permanent employment in Oakey
Monday to Friday shifts, with five (5) Saturday’s each year
5:30AM – 1:36PM working hours (+1hr OT when required)
Full on the job training including a Certificate in Meat Processing

What experience are we looking for?

Working As a Knifehand Is Fast-paced And Can Be Physically Demanding. Having The Motivation To Learn Will Be An Asset In Your Success. Previous Experience Using a Knife Will Be Extremely Advantageous! Some Areas Of Experience That Would Be Beneficial Include
Butcher experience
Chef/Kitchen experience
Harvesting/farm experience




Knife sharpening experience
Meat/Seafood/Poultry processing experience

While we are currently seeking candidates with existing knife skills, we also offer entry-level roles where training can be provided for those will the motivation to learn!

Why choose us?

Since 1987, When Oakey Beef Was Acquired By NH Foods, We Have Become a Leader In The Meat Processing Industry. This Means We Offer Consistency, Stability And Security For Locals In Our Region With
Early starts and early finishes, no nights
Secure, full time employment with a local leader
Full training provided by our internal training department
Staff discounts, staff BBQ’s and free EAP service

NH Foods and Oakey Beef Exports is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not have capacity to sponsor overseas workers with this position.

Help our team bring the joy of eating to millions across the globe.
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📌 Knifehands & Knife Skilled Workers Oakey (Australia)
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