AddressAbout Us
JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. We have a strong portfolio of leading and renowned beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added branded products, such as AMH, Swift, Primo, Murray Valley and Huon.
Located 35km west of Toowoomba, the JBS Beef City Plant is part of the Beef City integrated feedlot, processing and farming facility. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimising stress and transportation costs, while simultaneously improving eating quality – one of only two in southern hemisphere. Specialising in grain-fed beef production, the plant employs approximately 850 employees with a current processing capacity of 945 cattle per day and has a strong reputation for producing high quality grain fed beef for key domestic and international customers.
About the Role
JBS Beef City is currently recruiting an Apprentice Fitter to join our Maintenance Team in a full-time capacity (Day shift; Monday to Friday; 40 hours per week). Reporting to the Plant Engineer, we welcome apprentices that have already commenced their Mechanical Fitter apprenticeship within another industry to join us and continue the apprenticeship and training.
Below are the rates of pay we offer to our adult apprentices. The Adult Apprentice position sits under the Beef City Maintenance EBA, considering classification of payment and conditions of employment.
1st year: $1160.92 / week ($29.0229 / hour) + super + full time entitlements
2nd year: $1238.31 / week ($30.9578 / hour) + super + full time entitlements
3rd year: $1300.23 / week ($32.5057 / hour) + super + full time entitlements
4th year: $1393.10 / week ($34.8275 / hour) + super + full time entitlements
About You
- Demonstrated interest in the trade
- Organisational and time management skills
- Ability to attend TAFE as required
- Completion of High School Certificate highly regarded though not essential
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safe work practices and procedures
- Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Good understanding of mathematics
- Basic understanding of computer systems
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment
- A valid driver’s license is essential for this role
Why work for JBS Australia?
- Full time and stable employment with a company that is a leader in the food production industry
- All work clothing, equipment and PPE provided
- Access to discounted meat products through our Butcher Shop onsite
Interested? APPLY NOW!
