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A Meat Process Worker carries out a range of tasks at an abattoir or meat processing facility. You might get livestock ready for slaughter or assist with cutting meat from animal carcasses. Meat Process Workers prepare cuts of meat and package them ready for transport. You might also be involved with various cleaning and sanitation duties.
Meat Process Workers should be safety focused and able to work to correct procedures. It’s important you can follow instructions and work as part of a team. Meat Process Workers must be able to communicate well with colleagues and have a good understanding of hygiene practices.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Meat Process Worker.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a qualified meat worker with the AMP30216 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Food Services). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to cut and process different meats using a range of knives and food processing equipment. Your studies begin with an introduction to the Australian meat industry — learning HACCP, hygiene and sanitation, work health and safety, plus the communication skills you’ll need to become an effective member of a food processing team. You’ll then gain technical skills that support your employment at abattoirs, smallgoods facilities, or delicatessens. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, meat processing career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
Become a rendering plant operator in the meat industry with the AMP30421 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work in food processing and operate a range of meat rendering equipment and industrial machines. Competencies include: communicating with team members and supervisors, carrying out pre-op safety checks and hygiene assessments, staying safe on the job, rendering edible meat products, identifying and addressing environmental hazards. Enquire now for entry requirements, the list of elective units (and their availability), and course openings in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
The AMP31116 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Livestock Handling) is the minimum qualification for labourers and leading hands working at stockyards or lairage. This course is completed over 2 years and teaches you how to prepare livestock for slaughter — while maintaining animal welfare and handling requirements. The course covers HACCP and legal standards of the Australian meat industry, and you can choose specialisations in team leadership, stock handling, and lairage. Enquire now for upcoming intake dates and the list of elective choices..
In Australia, a full time Meat Process Worker generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been strong employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 13,000 people employed as a Meat Process Worker in Australia compared to 9,900 five years ago. Meat Process Workers may find work in regions of Australia where abattoir facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Meat Process Worker interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Meat Processing (Livestock Handling). You’ll learn to prepare livestock for slaughter while maintaining animal welfare and handling requirements. A Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering) may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within meat processing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Meat Processing
Abattoir Knife Hand
$1,050 weekly pay
Abattoir Labourer
Meat Inspector
$1,150 weekly pay
Meat Process Worker
Abattoir Supervisor
$1,350 weekly pay
Quality Assurance (Abattoir) Worker
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