Hatchery Technician - Part-Time with Training & Benefits

Inghams Chickens; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Product discounts

Travel discounts

Job summary

Inghams Chickens is seeking motivated individuals to join our Hatchery Team in Murraylands, SA. This part-time role offers 32–36 hours per week with shifts Tuesday to Saturday starting at 7:00 AM. You will work in a hands-on environment, supporting operations and contributing to a safe, humane, and efficient hatchery workflow.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude. On-the-job training provided, with opportunities for ongoing development and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Able to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
• High attention to detail and thorough following of procedures.
• Experience working effectively in a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, motivated, and punctual.
• Maintains composure and stays solution-focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure humane handling of livestock in line with procedures.
• Process and inspect eggs and chicken safely per quality standards.
• Perform cleaning tasks and maintain a tidy work area.
• Be a proactive, reliable team member who contributes to safety culture.
• Follow safety procedures, speak up about risks, and report issues.
• Store and maintain materials and tools in the work area.
• Assist with inventory and material handling as required.
• Identify and escalate animal welfare or food safety concerns.

Skills

Repetitive tasks

Attention to detail

Team player

Clear communication

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Job description

Inghams Chickens is seeking motivated individuals to join our Hatchery Team in Murraylands, SA. This part-time role offers 32–36 hours per week with shifts Tuesday to Saturday starting at 7:00 AM. You will work in a hands-on environment, supporting operations and contributing to a safe, humane, and efficient hatchery workflow.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude. On-the-job training provided, with opportunities for ongoing development and employee discounts.