Feed Mill Operator - Beef City Feedlot

JBS Beef City Feedlot; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE provided

Relocation assistance

Ongoing training and development

Corporate discounts

Job summary

JBS Beef City Feedlot is seeking a hands-on Feed Mill Operator to ensure grain is processed safely and efficiently for livestock performance. You will perform pre-start checks, operate grain processing equipment, track inventory and monitor water quality while coordinating with teammates for smooth handovers.

The role is full-time with an 8-days on / 6-days off schedule. Starting pay is $37 per hour, with relocation assistance for eligible candidates and ongoing training opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Intermediate Boiler Operators Certificate required or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in grain receival, handling, processing and steam flaking milling preferred.
• Mechanically/process minded with the ability to be methodical and identify irregularities.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and methodical record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-start checks on machinery and operate grain processing equipment.
• Monitor and record inventory levels and water quality.
• Work closely with other Feed Mill Operators to ensure smooth shift handovers.
• Support daily operations and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Grain handling

Steam milling

Education

Intermediate Boiler Operators Certificate

Job description

The JBS Beef City Feedlot is looking for a Feed Mill Operator to join the team. In this hands‑on role, you'll help ensure grain is processed safely, efficiently and to the required standard to support the feeding program and livestock performance.

Day-to-day, you'll carry out pre-start checks on machinery, operate and monitor grain processing equipment, keep track of inventory levels, monitor water quality and work closely with other Feed Mill Operators to ensure smooth shift handovers and daily operations run as planned.

• Full-time position
• 8-days on / 6-days off (80-hour fortnight)
• Starting rate for this role is $37 per hour

About You

• Current Intermediate Boiler Operators Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Experience in grain receival, handling, processing and steam flaking milling preferred
• Mechanically/process minded with the ability to be methodical and identify irregularities
• Clear and concise communication skills
• Basic computer skills and methodical record keeping skills required
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with limited supervision as part of a small team
• Must have a good work ethic and be able to take and follow instruction

Why Join JBS?

• All uniforms and PPE provided
• Heavily discounted premium JBS meat products ordered through our site team
• Long-term career development with a global organisation
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Heavily discounted premium JBS meat products through our onsite butcher shop
• Corporate discounts with Bupa, Medibank, AustralianSuper and CommBank
• Discounts on Dell products, Telstra mobile plans, AVIS car hire and more
• Team-building events, BBQs and employee milestone celebrations
• Retail and lifestyle discounts through a range of corporate partners

About Us

JBS Australia, part of the global JBS business, is Australia’s largest and most respected lotfeeder. With a capacity of 150,000+ cattle across 6 feedlots spanning more than 10,000 hectares, we are the leaders in both grain and grass‑fed beef.

The JBS Beef City Feedlot is part of the integrated Beef City facility consisting of farming, feedlot and processing operations. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimising stress, carbon emissions and transportation costs while simultaneously improving eating quality. Ideally located in the prime grain and cattle producing region of the Darling Downs, 35km west of Toowoomba, the 26,500 head capacity feedlot has a strong reputation for producing high quality grain fed beef for key domestic and international customers, and employs approximately 50 team members.