First Aider

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

At JBS, we foster a positive and inclusive culture that values diversity and teamwork. We are committed to your professional growth, offering robust career development opportunities within one of the world's most respected organisations. JBS Australia is a leading meat processing company, committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers both domestically and internationally. We pride ourselves on our innovation, sustainability, and dedication to excellence.

At JBS, safety and wellbeing are more than compliance—they’re a shared responsibility and a core value. We’re looking for a First Aider to join our team and play a vital role in supporting the health and safety of our people at our Brooklyn Plant. This is your opportunity to make a real impact by providing immediate care, coordinating health initiatives, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced meat processing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate first aid treatment and support for workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Act as the first point of contact for calls and visitors to the First Aid office.
• Coordinate the Soft Tissue Clinic and pre-employment medicals.
• Conduct eye, hearing, drug, and alcohol screenings.
• Assist with return-to-work processes and maintain accurate health records.
• Complete safety data reports and maintain compliance statistics.
• Support wellbeing initiatives such as skin checks and hearing tests.
• Perform administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and database maintenance.
• Maintain clinic rooms and communal areas to a high standard.

What you will bring to the table:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in first aid; nursing background preferred.
• First Aid qualification essential; recent nursing graduates encouraged to apply.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and considerate under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, professional approach.
• Familiarity with FMCG or manufacturing environments (advantageous).
• Experience with HRIS or ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for compliance and reporting.
• Understanding of Australian workplace health and safety legislation and return-to-work processes.
• Ability to work in a factory setting and comply with hygiene and PPE requirements.
• Flexibility to support production schedules and respond to emergencies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to be part of a leading company in the meat processing industry.

How to Apply:

Are you ready to be part of the 3rd largest Food & Beverage company in the world (just behind Nestle & Pepsi!) and have the opportunity to shape the future of our Operations strategy, working closely with leaders across the region?

We want to hear from you!