HR Officer - Farms

About Us

JBS Pork Australia, a leading Australian agri-food company, is at the top of high-quality pork production for both domestic and export markets. As part of the global protein powerhouse JBS, we offer exceptional career opportunities across our diverse farming, processing, and distribution sites in New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria. With over 1,400 dedicated employees, JBS Pork Australia thrives on innovation, determination, and hard work. Join us and work alongside industry experts committed to the highest standards of food safety, product quality, customer service, and animal welfare.

About the Role

JBS Pork Australia is currently recruiting for an HR Officer - Farming to join our team in a permanent full-time capacity. Reporting to the HR Business Partner – Farms, you will be responsible for supporting HR operations Farming & Stockfeeds by coordinating HR processes and contributing to engagement and HR improvements across the division. This position will be based at our Corowa site in NSW.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and support end to end recruitment processes, including screening, interviews, employment offers, and onboarding.
• Support the Training Coordinator where required with conducting inductions for new employees.
• Build and manage effective relationships with Site Managers.
• Provide basic HR advice and coaching to managers and employees, escalating as required.
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics such as absenteeism, turnover and performance trends and implement plans to improve.
• Support performance management processes, including disciplinary actions and workplace investigations.
• Collaborate with Site Managers to manage employee engagement and pastoral care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel records and HR systems, ensuring compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Support to implement any new HR initiatives and systems.
• Contribute to key business activities as required.
• Adhere to all Company policies, procedures, processes, and work instructions at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in HR or equivalent experience in HR or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding/working knowledge or HR practices and policies.
• Understanding of Farm and Stockfeed processes from an HR perspective (highly desirable).
• Working knowledge of Work Health & Safety and Quality Assurance.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain records, files, and databases with strong attention to detail.
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Current driver’s license.

Interested? APPLY NOW! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Applications close on the XXX, however we will be reviewing and interviewing candidates as applications are received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please email the JBS Pork Australia Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@jbspork.com.au.