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First Aid Officer

Plant/Site:  JBS Rockhampton Plant
Req Id:  15512
Date Posted:  30 Jan 2026

About Us

JBS Australia, part of the global JBS business, is the largest and most respected meat and food processor in Australia with a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added products. Our Northern division operates five beef processing plants across Queensland and Northern NSW, producing more than 400,000 tonnes of beef products every year.

 

Located in the Beef Capital of Australia, the JBS Rockhampton Plant produces a range of pasture fed and grain fed beef products. Our verified organic grass-fed beef brands, Acres Organic and Right to Roam, are both packed exclusively at Rockhampton. The plant employs approximately 560 team members with a processing capacity of 700 head of cattle per day, operating 6 days per week.

 

About the Role

JBS Rockhampton is currently recruiting an experienced First Aid Officer to join our team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the HR Manager, this position will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of our team members by delivering daily treatment of injuries and/or illnesses as well as monitoring the wellbeing and safety of each of our team members.

 

Your day to day responsibilities will include:

  • Providing immediate first aid treatment to team members
  • Assessing the severity of injuries and escalating where required
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders (e.g. RTW, HR, Supervisors)
  • Being the first point of contact for all injuries and/or illnesses
  • Supporting our Return to Work (RTW) and light duties programs

 

About You

  • Previous experience in a similar First Aid or RTW role
  • CPR and First Aid Certificate required
  • Strong communication and decision-making skills
  • Ability to stay calm and assist others to stay calm
  • Having an emotional and considerate patient care approach
  • Team-focused mindset and willingness to help others

 

Why work for JBS Australia?

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive and dynamic team
  • Access to heavily discounted JBS products
  • Discounts with national retailers and health insurance providers  

 

Interested? Apply now.

 

We can’t wait to meet you!

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