Kyneton | Entry Level Process Workers

ABOUT THE ROLE Company Name: Hardwick Meatworks Pty Ltd. Location: 7 Knight Ct, Kyneton, VIC, 3444 Start Date: Work will commence from 11/02/2026. Employment Duration: Ongoing full time employment Number of Positions: 100 We are looking for Process Workers, Packers and Laborers. These roles are covered under the Meat Industry Award 2022. The work environment can involve hot or cold temperatures (0–4°C in chilled areas), exposure to meat processing conditions, and repetitive, fast paced and physically demanding tasks. Required Aptitudes: To perform this role, workers must be able to: • Carry out repetitive manual handling, including lifting up to 15–20kg • Stand for long periods (8–10 hours per shift) • Work safely in cold and hot environments • Perform tasks at fast line speeds • Follow strict hygiene, safety and QA procedures • Use knives or simple tools where required (training provided) ________________________________________ REMUNERATION • Base rate: Start from $25.65 per hour (Meat Industry Award 2022) • Penalty rates for afternoon/evening, weekend and public holiday work • Overtime rates beyond ordinary hours • Applicable allowances (e.g., knife allowance, cold work allowance) ________________________________________ ROSTER Monday - Friday. Day Shift: 5am - 2pm, 5am - 3:30pm Afternoon Shift: 2:20pm - 11:20pm. ________________________________________ BENEFITS • Avoid heavy traffic with easy local commuting • Opportunity to experience a country lifestyle • Culturally diverse organisation • Option to purchase tools and equipment (knives, steels, etc.) at wholesale prices • Access to discounted premium meat • Training and upskilling opportunities provided • Positions available now for an immediate start ________________________________________ ABOUT YOU • Capable of repetitive manual tasks • Able to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding work • Unlimited working rights within Australia • Able to work effectively in a diverse workforce • Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle • Reliable transport to and from work • Vaccinated (or willing to be) against Q Fever • No experience required – full training provided ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in this role, follow the prompts to apply or visit: https://kpc.applynow.net.au/ We are an equal opportunity employer and will select the best qualified individuals based on job related skills and experience. All personal information collected is handled confidentially in accordance with the Privacy Act.