About the business

Woodlands Enterprises is a long-standing Sunshine Coast poultry farming business. Please refer to our website www.woodlandsfeed.com.au for more information on the business.

About the role

This is a unique role that requires someone that has experience supervising staff or looking to take the next step in their poultry career.

The Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of; production, quality assurance, Workplace Health and Safety within the Hatchery so as to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of operations.  The incumbent shall ensure that production and customer needs are met on a timely basis.  This role is to ensure tasks are carried out daily with the resources provided by the Hatchery Manager.

As this role is critical, the appointed supervisor will be required to participate on the on-call roster to respond to hatchery alarms in a timely manner and will be required to live near the hatchery in Beerwah.  Woodlands may be able to assist with accommodation.

What does a typical day look like?

• Your day will start at 4am at our Beerwah Hatchery
• Supervise the day-to-day operational requirements of the hatchery to ensure an efficient and effective operation.
• Perform monitoring and recording of the hatchery processes.
• Supervise the chicken take off and counting, designating chicken numbers to be placed per shed for deliveries.
• Supervise the cold room tasks/functions e.g. traying up, grading and preparation of sales orders.
• Prepare vaccine for processes (on an as required basis).
• Assist hatchery manager in staff supervision.
• Perform out of hours Hatchery duties including monitoring of alarms on a rotational 24hour call basis.
• Identify / monitor maintenance requirements of the hatchery and notify the hatchery manager.
• Monitor consumable stock levels and advise manager when low.
• Issue and control Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Hatchery Staff.
• Assist with the implementation, development and on-going improvement of the Quality Assurance and Workplace Health and Safety systems.

Who are you?

• Mechanically minded person
• Experience in supervising staff
• Previous experience working in a hatchery (is desirable)
• Operate multistage and single stage incubators (is desirable)
• Professional approach
• Ability to work under pressure
• Organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident manner
• HR licence (is desirable)

Requirements

If you are interested in this role please forward your resume to:  applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

About the business

Woodlands Enterprises is a long-standing Sunshine Coast poultry farming business. Please refer to our website www.woodlandsfeed.com.au for more information on the business.

About the role

Woodlands is seeking a qualified Mechanical Fitter to maintain and repair the production equipment in our Feed Mill based onsite in Beerwah, Sunshine Coast. The successful applicant would be exposed to a wide variety of tasks in our Mill.

Tasks include but not limited to-

• Conduct breakdown repairs, preventative and scheduled maintenance duties
• Fault Finding and troubleshooting throughout the Mill
• Participating in improvement projects that aim to reduce unplanned stoppages
• General Machining duties
• In consultation with Mill Production Management and Staff, identify equipment and areas requiring attention aiming for efficient running of mill.

Skills and experience

Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• Trade Qualification as a Mechanical Fitter
• Experience in Mill maintenance (highly desirable)
• Forklift ticket required
• Working at heights ticket advantageous
• Confined space ticket required
• Attention to detail with a high level of problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic
• Reliable transport and drivers licence
• Time management skills
• Available for immediate start (highly desirable)
• Local to the area (highly desirable)

Training will be provided to assist the successful candidate in performing this role.

Requirements

If you meet the above criteria please forward your resume (including your details, previous experience, current referees and copies of qualifications) to:  applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

About the Company

Woodlands Enterprises is a well-established poultry farming business located on the Sunshine Coast. For more details about the company, please visit our website at www.woodlandsfeed.com.au.

We have a position available in our Hatchery which involves driving a manual ute and general hatchery labouring work.  You are required to assist in daily hatchery operations and work within a close knit team environment.  We can offer long term, stable employment for our team members.

Qualifications and Experience

• No previous experience required
• Working in our Hatchery involves:
  • Cleaning (using pressure washer) and sanitising equipment
  • Driving and Hatchery work including driving a manual ute (ESSENTIAL) and/or HR truck transporting livestock to farms
  • General Hatchery daily labouring operations work (sorting and moving livestock, cleaning and sanitising equipment and the hatchery)
• Manual drivers licence (for driving work)
• HR truck licence desirable (for driving work)

Key Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• 4am start in Hatchery
• Degree of physical fitness
• Ability to work in a dusty and noisy environment
• Duties will include cleaning on a daily basis
• Be able to work unsupervised
• Be flexible in hours/days required to work
• Have own reliable transport

Application Requirements

If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume to: applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

Please note that due to bio-security measures, applicants cannot keep avian species at home (e.g., birds, chickens, ducks, etc.).

Please submit your resume. We will only contact successful candidates.

About the business

Woodlands Enterprises is a well-established poultry farming business located on the Sunshine Coast. For more details about the company, please visit our website at www.woodlandsfeed.com.au.

About the Position

Woodlands is seeking qualified Electricians to undertake the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repair, modification, and installation of electrical fixtures in sheds, buildings and other facilities. The successful applicants would be exposed to a wide variety of tasks.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Unrestricted Electrical Workers Licence
• White Card
• Current LVT/CPR or can obtain
• Working at Heights
• Drivers Licence (able to drive manual)

Key Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Ability to determine time and cost estimates for electrical jobs
• Installing, repairing and maintenance of electrical systems
• Attention to Detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic
• Available for on call work roster , approx 7 times per year
• Ability to operate in a safe working environment
• Reliable transport
• Time management skills

Application Requirements

If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume to: applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

Please note that due to bio-security measures, applicants cannot keep avian species at home (e.g., birds, chickens, ducks, etc.). We will only contact successful candidates.

About the business

Woodlands Enterprises is a long-standing Sunshine Coast poultry farming business. Please refer to our website www.woodlandsfeed.com.au for more information on the business.

About the role

Woodlands is seeking a Maintenance Field Technician (preferably trade qualified) who will provide effective maintenance and repair of poultry sheds and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• To carry out maintenance to poultry sheds and equipment, including replace and rebuild components including fans, press bearings, winches, pulleys and cool pads
• Respond and attend to breakdowns and shed maintenance
• Perform preventative maintenance in a timely, cost-effective manner with proficient problem solving skills
• Proactively identify, diagnose, and repair breakdowns of auger motors, feedline motors, silo repairs and feed hoppers in a timely manner
• Actively participate and assist in equipment upgrades and installations
• Promote a safety culture and comply with company policies
• Participate in Toolbox Talks and assist in resolving operational issues
• Work effectively in team environment with a positive attitude

Skills and experience

Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• Trades certificate (Fitter, Boilermaker, Mechanical Fitter) is desirable
• Strong mechanical background or mechanically minded individual
• Welding experience is essential (MIG welding)
• Working at Heights is desirable
• EWP is desirable
• Confined Space is desirable
• Excellent manual handling skills - some heavy lifting required
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment
• Core hours are 6am - 3pm (with on call after hours and weekend on a roster basis only)
• Be prepared to reside in the local vicinity

Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Repair and maintain required machinery to a consistently high standard.
2. Respond to general housekeeping requirements and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
3. Receive and action specialised maintenance jobs from the Maintenance Manager/Supervisor.
4. Respond quickly to machinery breakdowns, with the aim of minimising downtime.
5. Record and report the consumption spare parts.
6. Understand and ensure work complies with controlled documents, and complete and maintain quality records when required by procedural documentation.

Requirements

If you meet the above criteria please forward your resume (including your details, previous experience, qualifications and current referees) to:  applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

For bio-security purposes, you CANNOT have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Based at Beerwah, we require a qualified plumber to assist in the maintaining the water equipment at Woodlands. The successful applicant should have experience in a wide range of water and heating equipment. Having experience with gas facilities would be an advantage.  The successful applicant must be prepared to reside in the local vicinity.   For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home ( ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.   Only successful applicants will be contacted.

To work on a wide range of equipment.  Must have experience in all aspects of welding – mig, tig, stick, oxy, plasma.

This role is for a general duties labourer with immediate start.

• 4AM start
• some heavy lifting required
• duties will include cleaning daily
• be able to work unsupervised
• depending on duties allocated, Saturdays will be required.
• be flexible in hours required to work
• must have own reliable transport

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).

Required for varied duties. Previous experience driving a HC class vehicle. Immediate start and not impacted by weather

The successful applicant must be prepared to reside in the local vicinity.

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home ( ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.   Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Woodlands is seeking a qualified Panel Beater / Spray Painter to maintain a wide range of vehicles and farm equipment at the main site at Beerwah

Hours of work will generally be Monday to Friday, however some weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.

Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• Qualified Panel Beater / Spray Painter
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to work independently
• Work as part of a team
• Strong work ethic
• Reliable transport and drivers licence
• Time management skills

A progressive Sunshine Coast hinterland company is looking for an experienced skid steer/telehandler operator.   The successful applicant should have extensive experience and current certificate. Immediate start and not impacted by weather events.

The successful applicant must be prepared to reside in the local vicinity.   For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.   Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Please apply either in person at 2814 Old Gympie Road, Beerwah, or send your resume to the address above, or e-mail to applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au

A progressive Sunshine Coast hinterland company is looking for a HR class driver. Required for varied roles. Previous experience driving a HR class vehicle is essential.

The successful applicant must be prepared to reside in the local vicinity.   For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home ( ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.   Only successful applicants will be contacted.

A progressive Sunshine Coast hinterland Company is looking for a certified Refrigeration Technician.   The successful applicant should have experience in a wide range of refrigeration – cold rooms, vehicle refrigeration units, freezer units, ice machines, commercial and domestic air conditioning units.    A truck licence would be beneficial (HR) but not essential. The successful applicant must be prepared to reside in the local vicinity.   For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home ( ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.   Only successful applicants will be contacted.

To work on wide range of vehicles, refrigeration licence beneficial. HC licence preferred but not essential.

Skills and experience

Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic;
• 5 + years’ experience in working on a variety of equipment;

Capabilities and Competencies

Candidates should have the following capabilities and competencies:

• Ability to carry out servicing, periodical inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs to equipment;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong work ethic;
• Reliable transport and drivers’ licence;
• Time management skills;
• Ability to adhere to OH&S requirements;
• Available for immediate start; and
• Be prepared to reside in the local vicinity

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).  Please send brief resume and copies of any references to the address below.

Drivers licence required.  Duties include general labouring duties, mowing and some cleaning.

For bio-security purposes, you cannot have any avian species at home (ie birds, chickens, ducks, etc).

Woodlands is seeking a qualified mechanic with extensive experience in maintaining/servicing Elevated Work Platforms (EWP).

Skills and experience

Candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic;
• Experience in working on forklifts, EWP’s or similar types of equipment;Candidates should have the following capabilities and competencies:

Capabilities and Competencies

• Ability to carry out servicing, periodical inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs to equipment including EWPs and telehandlers;
• Demonstrate ability to carry out basic electrical and hydraulic fault diagnosis and rectification;
• Knowledge of the Australian Standard AS/NZS 1418.10:2011 Cranes, hoists and winches – Elevating work platforms;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong work ethic;
• Reliable transport and drivers’ licence;
• Time management skills

A progressive Sunshine Coast hinterland company is looking for a senior qualified Electrician with extensive experience in the following:

• VSD drives and soft starters;
• PLC fault finding and installations;
• Fault finding and repair of control circuits; and
• Generation systems

Required for varied roles. Previous experience driving and operating a tilt tray vehicle is essential

Woodlands have a position vacant for a receptionist.   This is a casual position that could suit someone wanting to work “school hours” approx. 8am to 3pm Monday to Friday, or someone looking to re-enter the workforce. The successful applicant should have:

• Good telephone manner
• Good people skills
• Be available during school holidays
• Have basic clerical knowledge and computer skills
• Be able to handle and manage cash
• Have own reliable transport
• Position requires some lifting of boxes

A Sunshine Coast Company requires the services of an experienced Property Manager to maintain an extensive private rent roll consisting of approx. 90 properties (houses and land leases).   The duties will include but not be limited to:

• Preparing rental and lease documents and ensuring they are fully completed correctly (including entry and exit condition reports, entry notices, breach notices, etc);
• Complying with RTA regulations and have a good working knowledge of same;
• Dealing with various service providers ie Council, Telstra, Energy Companies etc;
• Liaising with Maintenance Dept and outside contractors to organise repairs and ensure they are completed to satisfaction;
• Preparation of weekly rent reports and invoices;
• Calculation of excess water charges and any other sundry charges;
• Ensure all records are maintained and kept up to date;
• Follow up any outstanding rent / lease payments;
• Do regular inspections of properties, complete inspection reports, and organise any necessary maintenance jobs;
• Be flexible as duties may vary and be unique to position.

The ideal applicant will have

• a good knowledge of the local area and have broad experience in property management, or as a prerequisite be prepared to do a course on property management;
• Good organisation skills;
• Current drivers licence;
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Access.

The preferred hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8am – 2:30 pm but can be flexible.   Remuneration package to be discussed at interview.

If you have any avian species at home (ie chickens, ducks, budgies etc) you are not eligible for biosecurity reasons.

Please apply either in person at our office 2814 Old Gympie Road, Beerwah or e-mail your resume to applications@woodlandsfeed.com.au