Overview
We are actively recruiting a qualified butcher or skilled meat worker to join our unique organisation. The successful applicant must have advanced knife skills, excellent hand-eye coordination, and meticulous attention to detail. This long‑term role demands reliability, motivation, and a collaborative approach to working within a small, structured team.
Key responsibilities
* Conducting boning, slicing and skinning tasks in the meat room
* Packing, weighing and wrapping of uncooked meat
* Movement of stock between chillers and freezers, incoming and outgoing orders, and maintenance and cleanliness of the processing facility
* Basic administrative tasks including conducting stocktake activities and entering stock data into computer systems
Qualifications and requirements
* Professional level butchery and/or significant experience in meat processing
* Demonstrated knife skills and exceptional hand‑eye coordination
* Strong written communication skills
* Ability to work constructively in a small, structured team environment
* Attention to detail
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Confidence using a range of IT programs
* Substantial prior experience with complex knife work (entry‑level applicants will not be considered)
Employment details
This full‑time position (Monday‑Friday) is based in Cairns, with priority given to local applicants or those actively relocating to the area.
Only applicants with permanent work rights in Australia will be considered. Working Holiday Visa or Sponsorship applications will not be accepted.
How to apply
To apply, please use the SEEK link only. Emailed applications will not be accepted. For any questions, please email ****@priaust.com, ensuring the subject line reads "Senior Meat Processing Worker."
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