Join a leading player in the meat industry, as a Meat packer in our thriving fresh meat production room.
Join a leading player in the meat industry, as a Meat packer in our thriving fresh meat production room.
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JBS
(208 reviews)
Company Profile
Company overview
Website
Industry
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Specialities
Food Processing, Manufacturing, Food Technology, Beef, Lamb, Pork, Value-Added Branded Products, Feedlots
Company size
More than 10,000
Primary location
Wacol, QLD
JBS Australia is Australia’s largest and most respected meat and food processing company. We have a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value added branded products. JBS Australia is a part of the global JBS business, which is the largest animal protein business in the world, and second largest food company with operations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.At JBS Australia, we pride ourselves on a portfolio of brands that cater to a variety of preferences and priorities, meeting ever-evolving consumer tastes and providing a range of products to meet expectations.
Jobs at JBS
Based on your search activityRewarding food production role with competitive salary, career advancement, and comprehensive training and development.
Rewarding food production role with competitive salary, career advancement, and comprehensive training and development.
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Our mission statement
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
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Life at JBS Australia
You have the opportunity to work closely with experts who thrive on the determination, innovation and hard-work of our team members to ensure we supply the highest levels of food safety, product quality, customer service and animal welfare.
Awards and accreditations
AMPC: Best In-House Design & People’s Choice Award for our trailer guard rail 2022
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Reviews overview
2.9208 ratings in total
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What’s it like working at JBS?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees at JBS appreciate their colleagues and coworkers, noting that many people are friendly, professional, and supportive. Staff discounts on meat are a commonly mentioned benefit, along with full-time positions and opportunities for growth in the FMCG industry. Employees also value the consistent hours with minimal overtime and set shift patterns.
However, there are some potential challenges to consider. Management practices could be improved, particularly around communication, accountability, and follow-through on issues raised by staff. Pay rates are noted as being below industry standards given the working conditions. Equipment and machinery can experience frequent breakdowns, and spare parts availability could be enhanced. Training and onboarding processes could be strengthened to better support new employees. The working environment is physically demanding with cold temperatures, fast-paced operations, and repetitive tasks. Some employees have also noted that workplace culture could be improved, particularly around communication and interpersonal dynamics.
Recent reviews
5.0
Finance Manager
May 2026Brisbane QLD 40002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
Action over talk, offering rewards for those who drive results in a dynamic setting
The good thingsPartner with the business to create meaningful value during a transformative period for JBS. The next few years promise to be highly impactful, if you're the kind of accountant that wants to add value - this is the place
The challengesEarly starts aren't for everyone
1.0
Maintenance Fitter
Apr 2026Dinmore QLD 430310 to 11 years in the role, former employee
Do not work here they will actively screw you over! Pay is terrible, conditions are worse.
The good thingsThe opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced and knowledgeable tradesmen in the industry—However none of these people still remain working there.
The challengesPay is very bad and made worse by the conditions you have to work in. Roster is terrible.
All made worse by knowing the pay and roster was once the best on offer.
Management repeatedly shifted blame onto the maintenance team to deflect from their own failures and lack of knowledge to protect their bonuses.
Tradespeople were left to carry the consequences, expected to maintain plant performance without the necessary parts, materials, or support. Critical items for repair were constantly denied to protect the “Budget” This budget target is also linked to management bonuses, creating an incentive to not spend money until it’s too late.
This created an environment where doing the job properly became nearly impossible, driving away the very people who understood the plant the best.
2.0
Process Worker
Mar 2026Cobram VIC 3644Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Good for hours, but a very hostile and unstable work environment
The good thingsthey offer full time positions to working holiday makers
The challengesThe management style is incredibly aggressive, and HR focuses on finding reasons to penalize staff instead of supporting them. Job security is non-existent because the company views employees as easily replaceable resources—especially if you raise concerns about safety or fair wages
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