Job Description

Trainee Tanning Drum Operator

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Location: Culcairn, NSW

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Geelong Leather, a long-established Australian leather processor, is seeking a motivated Trainee Tanning Drum Operator to join our Drum Department at our Culcairn facility. This is a hands-on, full-time role is crucial in processing cattle hides into wet blue leather.

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What You'll Do:

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- Operate forklifts (and attachments) to load/unload trucks and drums and bins
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- Handle hides using manual and automated equipment
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- Weigh, measure and handle chemicals with bags weighing up to 20-25kg
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- Prepare and maintain the processing of hides and skins
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- Operate basic effluent treatment systems
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- Maintain accurate records and housekeeping standards
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- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shifts on a 3-day rotating roster alternating between two weeks of day shift and two weeks of night shift (Includes rotated weekends and public holidays).
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About You:

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- Physically fit and capable of manual labour
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- Passionate about learning new skills
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- Good literacy, numeracy, and time management
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- Strong communication and the ability to follow directions
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- Commitment to long-term training and growth
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- Can work autonomously and manage shift work
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- Valid driver's license and reliable transport
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- Forklift experience preferred but not essential
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- Must currently reside in Australia with valid work rights (no sponsorships offered at this time) and reside no further than 65km from Culcairn, NSW (fatigue management).
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What We Offer:

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- Full-time secure employment with a starting salary of $92,195.90 per annum (excl. overtime, first aid allowances & ABP bonus).
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- Industry award coverage + super + leave entitlements
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- Paid training through our buddy system and external courses
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- Explicit pathway from trainee to skilled operator in a fast-paced, supportive environment
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Before You Start:

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- Pre-employment medical & drug/alcohol testing required
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- Q Fever vaccination (or willingness to be vaccinated)
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- Must provide workplace references
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Geelong Leather is committed to workplace diversity and an ISO accredited system.

📌 Tanning Drum Operator - Trainee Role (Culcairn)
🏢 Geelong Leather
📍 Culcairn