At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in hatching and handling duck eggs and ducklings for transport.
- Company: Join Pepe's Ducks, Australia's leading duck producer with strong values.
- Benefits: Uniforms provided, on-the-job training, and flexible hours.
- Other info: Weekend work required; previous poultry experience is a plus.
- Why this job: Be part of a dedicated team ensuring high-quality duck production.
- Qualifications: Must be physically fit and comfortable working with live poultry.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
For over 40 years, Pepe's Ducks has grown from a cottage industry in Eastern Creek, NSW, to Australia's leading Duck producer. Pepe's Ducks prides itself on operating on strong company values, where its people are the heart of the business. This dedication and love of the job ensures that every duck to leave Pepe's is of the highest quality and standards.
About the role:
Located in Mulgrave, NSW (near Windsor), the position of Hatchery Assistant plays a pivotal role within our breeding program. Hours are as per a weekly rostering system including weekends. The workday usually starts at 4.45am, with flexible finish times (generally between 10am to 12pm). You must be physically fit and able to lift, push and pull trays up to 10kgs repeatedly. Must be able to work weekends and be comfortable working with live poultry.
The Hatchery Assistant's role includes:
- Loading and packing eggs and ducklings for local transport
- The handling and grading of fertile duck eggs for hatching
- Sorting and grading eggs and day-old poultry
- Use of modern automated equipment
- Cleaning and sanitising incubators, hatchers and equipment
We provide uniforms and on-the-job training. Applicants with previous experience in the Poultry Processing industry and Food Manufacturing industry will be highly regarded.
Bio-Security: Due to our strict bio-security constraints, we cannot consider applicants with the following:
- Have birds or pigs of any variety at their place of residence or are in regular contact with any type of birds or pigs;
- Are in regular contact with persons who are in regular contact with any type of birds or pigs.
Our recruitment process: We will contact successful applicants for an interview. Part of Pepe's Ducks recruitment is to undergo a Pre-Employment Medical (including drug and alcohol test). You must have full Australian work rights to be successful for the role.
Hatchery Assistant in Sydney employer: Pepe's Ducks
Pepe's Ducks is an exceptional employer that values its people as the heart of the business, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in Cobbitty, our part-time Farm Hand role offers flexible hours, opportunities for personal growth, and the chance to contribute to Australia's leading duck production while ensuring the highest quality standards. Join us and be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in delivering excellence in every aspect of our operations.
