We're looking for a Hatchery Assistant to join the team! This role will involve a range of tasks in the processing area including the daily running of the vaccine room mixing vaccine for the automated administration of vaccines to our day-old chicks. This role requires solid concentration, excellent attention to detail and a high level of precision. You'll need a steady hand, careful technique and the ability to consistently combine and incorporate a number of vaccines accurately and safely, to ensure protection of our chicks against disease is maintained.
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Must have
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Reliable and hard-working attitude.
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Ability to communicate and work well in a team.
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Able to comfortably reach above your shoulders, to a height of 190cm
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The strength to safely lift and carry up to 15kg
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Able to perform repetitive movements that can include, bending, lifting and twisting
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Meet Biosecurity standards (no contact with live birds, chickens or pigs) + follow shower in/out procedures.
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Reliable transport to work
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Be available to work some weekends, although mainly Monday to Friday.
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To be successful in this role you must be fit and healthy and be able to work on your feet all day; combined with the ability to meet biosecurity standards such as not having any outside contact with any live birds, chickens or pigs and also following shower in/out procedures to shower in and out at the beginning and end of each shift. As this is a unique industry, on-the-job training is provided and no prior experience is necessary.
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The ideal candidate would be available weekdays and also available to commit to working weekends as required. Work clothes and boots will be supplied and laundered on site.
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There are many great reasons to join the Aviagen team. Not only are we a successful global company, but we also have a strong commitment to training and the ongoing development of our staff. Permanent wage rates start from $28.92+ with immediate accrual of annual and personal leave. A full-time role is guaranteed a minimum of 38 hours per week. We offer stable ongoing employment and a chance to progress your career, while growing your skill and wage rate.
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Please note only shortlisted candidates will be notified
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