Team Leader- Slaughterfloor

With six generations of agricultural heritage and a commitment to sustainability through evidence-based practices, Harvest Road Group is proud to produce some of Australia's highest quality food products. We are passionate about delivering premium agricultural food that reflects the best our country has to offer.  Today, Harvest Road encompasses the iconic Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast brands, supplying a range of exceptional food products to domestic and international markets. Our business is built on innovation, integrity, and a deep connection to the land, and we are committed to continuous improvement in everything we do – from paddock to plate.

The Opportunity

Harvey Beef is seeking a Slaughter Floor Team Leader is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities of employees on the slaughter floor to ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, product quality, animal welfare and regulatory compliance. The Team Leader provides frontline leadership, supports employee development and ensures all work is performed in accordance with company procedures, customer specifications, AUS-MEAT standards, Halal requirements and relevant legislation.

The Role

Your critical role will involve:

• Manage time effectively so duties are carried out in accordance with SOPs and Wis

• Monitor the product line and rectify defects

• Council and meet with employees when necessary

• Undertake duties relating to AUS MEAT

• Ensure temperature requirements and residency time parameters are met at designated times

• Ensure Personal Protective Equipment is worn, and Personal Hygiene procedures are followed

• Investigate immediate corrective action when there has been a Zero Tolerance detected, water temperatures are below required level, or a non-conformance sighted

• Ensure manning is sufficient to maintain product safety and integrity. Adjust chain speed to manning levels

• Ensure all operators are following correct procedures at all times in the processing areas

• Ensure compliance to dropped meat and offal procedure

• Ensure Halal and Saudi requirements are being followed

• Ensure all operators are trained to their Work Instructions and assessed accordingly when placed in their position.

• Maximise Offal Yields daily- Tripe

• Kill Performance & Manning

• ILeader

• MLIS Report

• Annual Leave monitoring

• Standard Carcase Trim

• Timesheets

Required Qualifications:

• Certificate 2 Meat Processing

• AUS MEAT standards officer

• MSA qualifications

What’s in it for you

Joining Harvest Road Group means becoming part of a dynamic and supportive team in a thriving industry! Based in one of Western Australia's fastest-growing shires, Harvey offers a relaxed lifestyle nestled amidst farmlands and close to stunning beaches.

• Attractive salary and remuneration packages

• Opportunities for training and career growth

• The chance to directly contribute to the success and security of Harvey Beef's renowned operations

• Convenient perks like free onsite parking and canteen facilities (and we're close to town!).

• Access to Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts

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About the Company

Harvest Road Group is a leading family-owned West Australian integrated Cattle, Beef, and Aquaculture business. Our diverse operations span the entire state, from the Kimberley to Albany, delivering quality produce across Australia and globally through our renowned brands including Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast. This role is based at our Harvey Beef operations in Harvey, Western Australia.

Since 1919, Harvey Beef has championed premium quality, backed by our group's dedication to sustainability, workplace safety, innovation, and animal welfare, upholding the highest standards "from gate to plate". We take pride in our strong safety culture, earning a GOLD achievement standard in workplace safety. Additionally, we are recognised as an Australian Border Force Trusted Trader in supply chain security. Nestled in the picturesque farmlands of Harvey, just south of Perth, we blend a relaxed rural lifestyle with a strong commitment to responsible, forward-thinking practices.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.