Chandler Macleod is seeking a motivated and reliable Plant Operator to support the operation team at Baiada Rendering Plant, Tamworth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with competitive pay rates, penalties and allowances, while building a long-term career with one of Australia's largest poultry producers.

Competitive hourly rates plus shift penalties and allowances

Monday - Saturday | NightShift: 11pm – 7am

Potential for permanency following probation

About the Role As a Plant Operator, you will play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of the rendering facility. You will be responsible for monitoring production processes, operating plant equipment, conducting routine checks, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and hygiene.

This is a hands-on position that requires physical fitness, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor rendering plant equipment and processes

Conduct routine plant inspections and operational checks

Load and unload vehicles and materials as required

Complete production, monitoring, and quality records accurately

Assist with troubleshooting and reporting plant issues

Maintain a secure, clean, and organised work environment

Perform general cleaning duties including hosing, washing down equipment, sweeping, foaming, sanitising, and using water guns and hand tools

Follow all site biosecurity, safety, quality, and environmental procedures

Assist with the handling and movement of finished product and by-products

Comprehensive training will be provided to successful candidates.





About You We are looking for dependable individuals who enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Requirements

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Current driver's licence and reliable transport

Strong commitment to safety and workplace procedures

Physically fit and capable of repetitive manual handling

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment involving heat, noise, odours, and wet conditions

Good communication skills and attention to detail

Basic computer skills for recording operational data

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn

Desirable Skills & Experience

Previous experience in manufacturing, production, processing, rendering, waste management, or similar industrial environments

Forklift licence and operating experience

Mechanical aptitude or experience operating machinery

Experience performing plant checks and monitoring production processes

Understanding of workplace safety and quality systems

About Baiada Baiada Poultry is one of Australia's leading poultry producers, supplying trusted brands

Steggles

and

Lilydale Free Range

to Australian families for over 100 years. With a fully integrated operation from farm to table, Baiada is committed to delivering high-quality poultry products while maintaining strong standards in safety, quality, animal welfare, and sustainability.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at diversity-and-inclusion.

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