Hatchery Process Workers

Darwalla Group; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tea, coffee and fruit

Free onsite parking

Health and safety commitment

Uniform and safety gear

Job summary

Darwalla Hatchery in Allora, Queensland, is seeking motivated team members to join our state-of-the-art hatchery. The role involves egg setting, transfer, chick take-off, processing, and cleaning duties; health checks are conducted before offers.

No previous experience is required as full training is provided. The position is full-time with 4 x 9.5-hour days starting at 5:30am; pays AU$30.61 per hour, with possible extra hours and weekend shifts; a long-term commitment is expected.

Qualifications

• Bio-security and safety standards must be followed on site.
• Candidate must be physically fit to stand and perform manual tasks.
• No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Commitment to a minimum 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Egg setting and transfer, chick take-off and processing.
• Various cleaning duties in hatchery environment.

Skills

Bio-security compliance

Hardworking and reliable

Physically fit

Team-oriented

Dusty environment tolerance

Work safely

English communication

Training provided

Long-term commitment

Driver license / car

Job description

Become a vital part of our dynamic team at the cutting-edge hatchery in Australia, where we specialise in hatching adorable baby chicks!

• No prior experience needed – we offer comprehensive training


• Enjoy permanent full-time positions starting at $30.61 per hour


• Work 4 x 9.5-hour days, with start times of 5:30am. You'll be done in the early afternoon and get to enjoy three days off each week! There may be opportunities for additional hours beyond the regular schedule. Weekend work may be required.


• Physical fitness & a willingness to do hard work is a must


• Please do not apply unless you are committed to working with us for a minimum of 6 months

Benefits of working at Allora Hatchery

• Indulge in complimentary tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit


• Take advantage of free onsite parking in a secure carpark


• Prioritise health and safety with our dedicated commitment


• Uniform provided and essential safety equipment

About the Position:

Darwalla is on the lookout for motivated team members to join our state-of-the-art chicken Hatchery in Allora, conveniently situated between Too woomba and Warwick.

Successful candidates will engage in various tasks, including egg setting and transfer, chick take-off and processing, and various cleaning duties. The role demands physical strength, fitness, and good health. You'll need to undergo a health check before getting a job offer to make sure you can handle the job requirements.

Bio-Security and Standards:

Due to strict biosecurity and animal welfare standards in the poultry industry, so all employees are restricted from keeping pet birds, poultry and pigs and residing with others who work at other poultry or involved with pig farming/hunting. The Hatchery follows a shower-in, shower-out protocol.

Skills & Qualities:

• Compliance with bio-security requirements


• Hardworking and reliable


• Physically fit with the ability to stand all day


• Positive attitude and team-oriented


• Tolerance for working in a dusty and noisy poultry environment (safety equipment provided)


• Willingness and ability to work safely


• Good communication skills with a clear understanding of English, both written and oral


• Previous experience in factory, production, or farming is advantageous, but all necessary training will be provided.


• looking for long term employee


• Car and Licence as no public transport

About Darwalla

As a fourth-generation family business with a 90+-year history, Darwalla has been dedicated to producing quality chickens. Our farms are strategically located in Mt Cotton, the Redlands, on the Darling Downs, and Lockyer Valley. At Darwalla, safety is a top priority, and we deeply care for our people.