The people who work in the red meat industry are locals
Red meat processing creates fulfilling, long-term careers and helps a family buy a house, pay for their kid’s education, and build a life in the local community.
"The best thing is teaching people what I was taught and watching them grow into mature adults with good careers."
Matt
Production Manager
EC Throsby
"You don’t need any experience to start here. All the trainers are here."
Danny
Trainee Production Manager
EC Throsby
"Learning all the skills here help me in my personal life."
Toby
Mechanic Apprentice
Midfield Meat
"There's an ample opportunity in all aspects of science to create a career in the meat industry."
Malerie
Environment and Sustainability Manager
Midfield Meat
“Warrnambool wouldn't be the same town if it didn't have a company like Midfield in it."
Toby
Livestock Coordinator
Midfield Meat
"I don't think that people realise that you can build a career in places like this."
Ash
Yield recoveries officer
JBS Dinmore
“I am learning new skills that help me to get better at my job.”
Thomas
Beef Boner
JBS Beef City
“The industry provides great flexibility for parents.”
Tim
Floor Person, Beef Boning Room
JBS Beef City
“I've been able to buy a house, raise a family and build a rewarding career in the industry.”
Benjamin
Customer Liaison
The Casino Food Co-op
“The local red meat processor supports my business and the local community.”
Paul
Owner, Smith's Butchery
“The industry provides a great work-life balance.”
Kahlia
Occupational Health Nurse
The Casino Food Co-op
“I moved with my family from overseas for a job opportunity and the industry helped us to get settled in the community.”
Francois
Electrical Leading Hand
The Casino Food Co-op
“There are more career paths in the industry than you might think.”
Simon S.
CEO of the Casino Food Co-op
The Casino Food Co-op
“Red meat processing has so many job opportunities.”
Kalani
Quality Assurance Co-Ordinator
The Casino Food Co-op
“The industry provides support and training to help you build your career.”
Tim
Apprentice Fitter Machinist
The Casino Food Co-op
“It's a great industry to work in.”
Stephen D.
Head of Co-Products
The Casino Food Co-op
“Red meat processing supports its staff and local communities.”
Troy
Domestic Red Meat Sales
Wodonga Rendering
“I’m a chemical process engineer involved in sustainability initiatives.”
Max
Process Engineer
“New technology means people of all abilities can work in the industry.”
Volker B.
Robotics & Technology
“I work on development solutions to help the red meat processing industry.”
Fraser R.
Researcher
“Over the years the industry has modernised and brought new skills for people to learn.”
Matt R.
2IC and Training Officer
Thomas Foods International
“The meat industry invests in its people.”
Jade
Beef Processor
Wodonga Rendering
“This job allowed me to put my children through university.”
Jean T.
Quality Assurance Laboratory Officer
Wodonga Rendering
“The industry offers great flexibility for parents.”
Julie R.
Processing Supervisor
Thomas Foods International