Job Description

Oakey Beef Exports, part of the NH Foods Group, is one of Australia's largest and longest operating beef processing plants! Offering secure, 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!

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Becoming a Knifehand at Oakey Beef Exports is an opportunity to upskill and create a long-term pathway, with over 50+ different trimming and Knifehand roles in one department alone. This Knifehand position offers:

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Full time, permanent employment in Oakey

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Monday to Friday shifts, with five (5) Saturday's each year

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5:30AM - 1:36PM working hours (+1hr OT when required)

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Full on the job training including a Certificate in Meat Processing

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Working as a Knifehand is rapid-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:

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Butcher experience

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Knife sharpening experience

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Meat/Seafood/Poultry processing experience

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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!

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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:

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Early starts and early finishes, no nights

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Secure, full-time employment with a local leader

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Full training provided by our internal training department

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Staff discounts, staff BBQ's and free EAP service

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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.
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