Who We Are

SunPork Group is dedicated to delivering the finest quality fresh Australian pork to market. We are proud to be the largest Australian farmer owned and operated producer of quality Australian pork products. Employing more than 1,800 employees across 52 locations in Australia and NZ. SunPork Group is committed to animal welfare and the responsible, ethical care of animals to ensure their comfort, health and welfare.

PIC Australasia Pty Ltd (PIC) is a successful agribusiness in the pork industry and is the leading supplier of pig breeding stock in Australasia. Founded in 1974, PIC has been committed to supporting the Australian industry from its nucleus herd in Grong Grong, NSW,2652. We have grown to service all states of Australia with both breeding stock and Liquid Genes™.

 

What We Offer

By joining us, you will become part of an ever-growing family – passionate about producing the best quality Aussie pork for Aussie plates. At SunPork we provide:

• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Employee Wellbeing Benefits including discounts to 400+ retailers

 

The Opportunity

SunPork Group/ PIC is excited to launch our Graduate Program 2023 which aims to invest in developing the next generation and emerging talent. As part of the 2-year program, you will be provided on-farm and corporate experience across Australia and be given every opportunity to grow and develop. By joining our program, you are taking your first step to a long and successful career, with the opportunity to rapidly upskill and develop into senior members within our organisation.

Working with the best and brightest minds in the industry, SunPork’s 2-year Graduate Program will provide you:

• Professional mentoring and career guidance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Industry conferences and seminars
• Leadership sessions
• SunPork Group supply chain sessions
• Cohort project
• Site visits
• Supporting and encouraging team environment

 

About The Role

We are currently seeking a Technical Farm Production Graduate to join our team and be based in Grong Grong, NSW. Therefore, the successful candidate needs to be willing to relocate and be based in Grong Grong. A relocation allowance will be afforded.

Reporting to the Production and Technical Manager, the key role responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To service technical aspects of pig production and to assist in helping maximise in production using PIC breeding stock
• Allocate and spend considerable time on farm to deliver key production drivers for successful production and genetic[RJ1]  outcomes
• To maintain and increase technical pig knowledge and skills, monitor and document physical performance to assist in validation of the genetic value of the PIC genotype
• Demonstrate and exercise a commitment to promote, develop and improve the health, safety, environment and welfare of our people and animals
• Carry out any other reasonable and lawful directions that may be given from time to time by the company

 

About You

PIC has established an efficient, highly skilled yet diversified team that is dedicated to producing high quality work ethic and output.

As a key member of this team, the successful applicant must:

• Completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Animal Science or Veterinary Science
• Preferably have animal experience, but not essential
• General Agriculture experience
• Current applicable drivers’ licence
• Strong literacy and communication skills
• Ability to work on farm with customers to generate beneficial outcomes
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office experience
• Be self-motivated, time effective and strong autonomous worker

 

PIC Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Our recruitment process includes a pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol testing. It is also an expectation of this position that you hold a current drivers licence.

Only successful applicants will be notified.

 

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