AAO

Andrews Meat; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Pork Australia Laverton is seeking an Australian Government Authorised Officer (AAO) to join the Quality Assurance team on a full-time basis, Monday to Friday. The role involves assisting in QA/QC systems and conducting ante-mortem and post-mortem duties in line with AEMIS guidelines.

You will inspect processes and products to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer meat safety standards, with a focus on accuracy, initiative and scheduled early starts.

Qualifications

• Must have AAO accreditation.
• Qualifications or experience in Meat Science, Food Science or Food Technology.
• Demonstrated understanding of meat production systems, HACCP and quality systems.
• Preparedness to work flexible hours, including early morning starts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-mortem and ante-mortem inspection of pigs under the procedures developed from Australian Export Meat Inspection System (AEMIS) guidelines.
• Monitor processes and product to ensure compliance to Company, regulatory, and customer meat safety standards and specifications.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Initiative

AAO accreditation

Education

AAO accreditation

Meat Science

Food Science

Food Technology

Job description

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Plant/Site: Laverton

Date Posted: 1 Oct 2026

About Us

JBS Pork Australia (formerly Diamond Valley Pork), is Australia's leading integrated agri-food company, positioned at the top of high-quality pork production for both domestic and export markets. As part of the global protein powerhouse JBS, we offer exceptional career opportunities across our diverse farming, processing, and distribution sites in New South Wales and Victoria.

At JBS Pork Australia, we're more than just a protein producer - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and passionate professionals committed to shaping the future of sustainable farming. You'll work alongside industry leaders, contribute to cutting-edge research, and be part of a business that values growth, integrity, and impact.

About the Role

The JBS Pork Australia – Quality Assurance team is currently recruiting an Australian Government Authorised Officer (AAO) to join our team at Laverton, on a fulltime capacity, Monday to Friday . Reporting to the Assistant Quality Assurance Manager, this role will be responsible for assisting in the implementation and management of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems and performing ante-mortem and post-mortem duties as an Australian Government Authorised Officer.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Perform post-mortem and ante-mortem inspection of pigs under the procedures developed from Australian Export Meat Inspection System (AEMIS) guidelines.


• Monitor processes and product to ensure compliance to Company, regulatory, and customer meat safety standards and specifications.


• Perform other duties as directed.

About You

• Must have AAO accreditation.


• Qualifications or experience in Meat Science, Food Science or Food Technology.


• Demonstrated understanding of meat production systems, HACCP and quality systems.


• High level of initiative, strong attention to detail and self-motivation.


• Preparedness to work flexible hours, including early morning starts and overtime.

Why work for JBS Australia?

• Heavily discounted meat products


• Retail discounts with national partners


• Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private


• Ongoing training and career development opportunities