Hatchery Assistant

About the role

Join Aviagen's Goulburn Hatchery as a Hatchery Assistant, supporting daily vaccine preparation and administration for day‑old chicks. The role requires precision, strong concentration, and adherence to strict biosecurity standards.

Key responsibilities

• Mix and prepare vaccines for automated administration to day‑old chicks.
• Maintain high accuracy and safety while handling multiple vaccines.
• Follow biosecurity protocols, including shower‑in/out procedures and no contact with live animals.
• Lift and carry loads up to 15 kg and reach heights up to 190 cm as needed.

Required profile

• Reliable, hard‑working attitude with ability to work well in a team.
• Physically fit to stand all day and perform repetitive movements.
• Available to work weekdays and occasional weekends.
• Reliable transport to the workplace.

Required skills

• Ability to accurately combine and incorporate multiple vaccines.
• Strong attention to detail and steady hand.

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position (minimum 38 hours per week).
• Starting wage of $28.92 AUD+ per hour with annual and personal leave accrual.
• Work clothes and boots supplied and laundered on site.
• On‑the‑job training and opportunities for career progression.