About Us

For over 35 years, our family-owned meat processing business has proudly supplied high-quality red meat products to local butcher shops and major Australian supermarkets. With newly attained export accreditation, we have built a strong international order book spanning the USA, Korea, the UAE, and the Pacific Islands.

We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Trainee Ovine Skin Classifier and help strengthen our ongoing operations.

The Role

This hands-on trainee position is designed for someone looking to build a long-term career in the processing and grading industry. No prior experience is necessary, as full on-the-job training will be provided across all company procedures, policies, OH&S; guidelines, and expert skin-classing techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

- Learning to class and grade ovine skins based on quality, length, hide damage, breed, and category.

- Operating wool presses and managing palletizing processes.

- Conducting routine stocktaking.





- Maintaining a clean, hygienic, and safe working setting.

What We Are Looking For

To be successful in this trainee role, you will meet the following criteria:

- Full working rights within Australia.

- Physical fitness and the ability to work on your feet for extended periods.

- Capacity to repeatedly lift up to 20kg.

- Strong teamwork and communication skills.

- A reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude.

- Willingness to undergo the Q-Fever vaccination (or proof of prior completion).

Beneficial Attributes (Not Essential)

While previous experience is not required for this entry-level position, any of the following will be viewed favourably:

- Prior experience in skin, hide, or wool classing.

- Experience in processing pelts, hides, or similar agricultural products.

- A current, valid forklift licence.

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