Lead from the front in a hands on production leadership role
$31 to $33 per hour + super + night shift penalties
Extra $500 bonus, $250 on start + $250 at 6 months
Permanent full time roles with strong career progression
Key leadership opportunity within a growing FMCG business
Our Company
Incorporated in ****, Hazeldene's Chicken Farm is a leading FMCG company headquartered in Lockwood (Bendigo), Victoria.
At Hazeldenes, we have more than 80 years of history underpinning how we proudly go about our business.
It is not just about our delicious chickens, innovation and commitment to quality.
It is about our people doing extraordinary things to deliver great products.
At Hazeldenes, we are proud of our people, our reputation and our place in the community.
From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have expanded across rural Victoria.
Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.
About the Role
We are currently seeking two Team Leaders to join our Primary Processing team across Live Hang and Spin Chill.
These are hands on leadership roles where you will spend the majority of your time on the production floor, leading teams, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and performance.
You will play a critical role in supervising daily operations, supporting team capability, and driving a strong culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Leading from the front on the production floor and supporting daily operations
Supervising teams to meet production targets,



quality standards and safety requirements
Managing staff allocation, rotations and break planning for optimal efficiency
Coaching, mentoring and developing team members to improve performance and engagement
Supporting onboarding and on the job training of new employees
Monitoring production flow and escalating operational issues as required
Ensuring compliance with GMP, HACCP, animal welfare and food safety standards
Promoting and enforcing workplace safety, including incident reporting and safety observations
Supporting return to work processes and maintaining a safe work workplace
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across processes and team performance
Maintaining accurate reporting on production, safety and team performance metrics
Building a positive team culture focused on accountability, respect and results
About You
You are a hands on leader who is confident working on the production floor and leading teams in a fast paced environment.
You are reliable, practical and able to manage people, performance and operational challenges effectively.
Previous experience in a team leader or supervisory role within manufacturing or food processing
Strong leadership and people management capability
Ability to work in a physically active, fast paced production environment




Good understanding of safety, quality and compliance requirements
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Reliable, committed and able to lead by example
Own reliable transport and valid driver licence (no public transport to site)
Availability to work early morning shifts
Shift & Role Requirements (Important Information)
These are full time roles based in Lockwood with fixed early morning shifts of either:
Between 12:30am to 10:30am (Live Hang) or
Between 12:50am to 10:50am (Spin Chill)
With one position available in each team.
These roles operate strictly within Primary Processing, and applicants will be considered for these specific roles and shift times only.
Flexibility across other departments or shifts is not available, and a commitment to ongoing, long term employment is important due to the training and leadership responsibilities involved in these positions.
Benefits
Competitive hourly rate with penalty rates for early morning shifts
Extra $500 bonus, $250 on start + $250 at 6 months
Stable permanent full time employment
Career progression into senior leadership roles
Supportive team environment
On the job training and development
Free onsite parking
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted company products
How to Apply
If you are an experienced team leader looking for a hands on leadership role in a fast paced production environment, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and take the next step in your leadership career with Hazeldenes.
Applications are open to candidates with full working rights in Australia.
HR Hazeldenes

📌 Team Leader – Primary Processing (Victoria)
🏢 Hazeldenes
📍 Victoria