Support farm operations, employee supervision, and animal welfare at our Bears Lagoon site.About UsGWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites.
GWF's product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed.
GWF's business units include Tip Top, DON, MAURI, and Jasol.About the RoleAs an Assistant Site Leader, you will support the Senior Site Leader in overseeing daily farm operations, ensuring the health and welfare of livestock, maintaining high safety standards, and improving production efficiency.
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and quality.
You will play a key role in mentoring farm employees, managing site operations, and driving process improvements.ResponsibilitiesSupport the daily management of piggery operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards.Assist in the supervision and training of employees, promoting a safe and productive workplace.Ensure animal welfare and health standards are met, working with veterinarians and internal teams.Oversee feed ordering, inventory management, and operational planning.Implement best-practice safety procedures and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.Maintain farm cleanliness, equipment upkeep, and production efficiency.Why Join UsOur Purpose is to proudly make meat even better.
When you work at DON, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive team committed to producing high-quality food and maintaining best-practice farming operations.
You will also enjoy:Competitive salary and benefits.Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.Employee training and upskilling programs.Discounts on DON products.Health and wellness initiatives.A safe and inclusive workplace with strong values and a great team culture.About YouYou are a hands-on and motivated farm leader with:Experience in piggery operations or livestock management (5+ years preferred).Strong leadership and team supervision skills.A commitment to animal welfare, safety, and production efficiency.Problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Experience with APIQ welfare standards (highly regarded).ApplicationsTo apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the 'Apply' button.
At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer.
We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique.
We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment.
Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to ****** for this position may be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol tests, and a security/background check, which may also include a criminal record check.
Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants.
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