Abattoir & Processing Plant Security Officer

Stanbroke; Grantham; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanbroke in Northern Queensland is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time, hands-on role protecting the processing facility, staff, and livestock across site operations. The position blends outdoor duties with on-site responsibilities.

You will patrol, monitor cameras, control access, assist with welfare, and perform basic maintenance. A proactive safety mindset, strong observation, and reliable communication are essential for rotating shifts including nights.

Qualifications

• Reliable and proactive approach to workplace safety and security.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to handle livestock safely and confidently.
• Basic maintenance skills (fencing, mowing, minor repairs) an advantage.
• Good observation, communication, and reporting skills.
• Willingness to work across a 7‑day roster, including night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conducting internal and external site patrols
• Monitoring surveillance cameras and controlling gate access
• Signing in contractors, visitors, and delivery drivers
• Locking and unlocking beef chillers
• Checking and recording temperatures of facilities and containers
• Supporting animal welfare, including unloading cattle and handling livestock
• Managing water supply for production and stock water tanks
• Feeding pets and livestock on site
• Maintaining and repairing fences, mowing grounds, and general site upkeep including sweeping carparks

Skills

Security operations

Outdoor work

Livestock handling

Maintenance basics

Communication

Job description

Help keep a world-class beef operation safe, secure, and running smoothly - step into a hands‑on role where every shift makes a real impact.

About Us:

Stanbroke is a reputable family‑owned and operated Australian cattle and beef business. Our operations span across Northern Queensland with extensive cattle properties, backgrounding operations in Southern Queensland, state‑of‑the‑art feedlots, a fully accredited beef processing facility and global marketing capabilities. We produce a full range of Grain and Grass‑fed beef categories and export to over 40 countries worldwide.

Your Role:

You're a dedicated Security Officer looking for a full‑time, hands‑on role that offers variety, keeps you active, and allows you to work both outdoors and on site. Working across a rotating 7‑day roster, including some night shifts, you will play an important role in maintaining the security, safety, and welfare of the facility, its people, and livestock, while supporting the smooth day‑to‑day operation of a busy processing site.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting internal and external site patrols
• Monitoring surveillance cameras and controlling gate access
• Signing in contractors, visitors, and delivery drivers
• Locking and unlocking beef chillers
• Checking and recording temperatures of facilities and containers
• Supporting animal welfare, including unloading cattle and handling livestock
• Managing water supply for production and stock water tanks
• Feeding pets and livestock on site
• Maintaining and repairing fences, mowing grounds, and general site upkeep including sweeping carparks

Who We're Looking For

• A reliable and proactive approach to workplace safety and security
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to handle livestock safely and confidently
• Basic maintenance skills (fencing, mowing, minor repairs) an advantage
• Good observation, communication, and reporting skills
• Willingness to work flexibly across a 7‑day roster, including night shifts

Why Join Stanbroke

• Full‑time employment within a respected, vertically integrated Australian beef business
• Contribute to a safe, professional, and well‑run processing facility
• Enjoy a varied and hands‑on role in a supportive team environment
• Opportunity for long‑term employment with a growing business

If you’re a practical, proactive person who takes pride in safety, security, and site operations, we’d love to hear from you.