• Accommodation, food, and utilities as part of remuneration. 
• Hourly Rate depending on skills and qualifications - $32.78 p/h to $37.14 p/h. 
• Work and explore the beautiful untouched West Arnhem Land where language and culture are strong. 

Gunbalanya Meats operates under Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation Employment (ILSCE) (Formerly known as Primary Partners) which is a wholly owned subsidiary company of the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC). The ILSC is a corporate Commonwealth entity that assists Indigenous people to achieve economic, environmental, social and cultural benefits through the acquisition and management of land. It was established in 1995 under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005 (Cth).  

The ILSCE is a specialised unit of the ILSC that focuses on the development and management of commercial agribusiness investments on Indigenous land in partnership with Indigenous people.  

Located in West Arnhem Land, NT, Gunbalanya Meats runs a small abattoir and retail butcher shop supplying retail and wholesale products to not only the Gunbalanya community, but other communities and retail outlets around the N.T.  

Gunbalanya Meats have vacancies for experienced boners, slaughtermen and butchers for an immediate start.  A Certificate III in Bovine Meat Inspection will be looked upon favourably in addition to other skills or qualifications.  

Skills we are seeking: 

• Experience in processing, boning, slicing and packing for retail and wholesale markets. 
• Experience in processing beef and buffalo. 
• Knowledge and willingness to adhere to Food Safety Standards and Regulations, SWP protocols and animal welfare laws. 
• Knowledge and adherence to hygiene regulations and practices. 
• Ability to supervise and pass on skills and knowledge in the work environment. 
• Be punctual, engaged and take pride in your work. 
• Show initiative and have the ability to work independently and communicate effectively. 
• Customer service skills and the ability to inform and assist product selection. 
• Experience in retail register use and end of day balancing an advantage. 
• Participate in the daily cleaning of the Meat Works, its equipment, and surrounding areas to ensure they are maintained and uphold high hygiene standards. 

Driver’s license is required. Rigid truck licence is an advantage but not essential.  

Save $$$$$$ with accommodation, food and utilities paid for as well as competitive pay rates.    

Ongoing training opportunities over the course of each year. 

Explore Australia’s biggest National Park, Kakadu on the weekends plus the famous Jabiru and Cahill’s Crossing close by, just to name a few! 

For more information please contact Gordon or Kylie at: gunbalanyameats@ilsc.gov.au  

Applications close Thursday 22 May 2025. 

Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview.  You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role. 

At the ILSC we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

• Accommodation, food and utilities covered
• Great working conditions and pay rates
• Work and explore the beautiful untouched West Arnhem Land where language and culture are still strong

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC Agribusiness is a specialised unit of the ILSC that focuses on the development and management of commercial agribusiness investments on Indigenous land in partnership with Indigenous people. ILSC Agribusiness currently operates Gunbalanya Meats located in West Arnhem Land, NT.

Gunbalanya Meats operates a small abattoir and retail butcher shop in the community of Gunbalanya on the eastern edge of Kakadu and are seeking expressions of interest for a friendly and experienced Butcher to join the team!

As the Butcher, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provide friendly customer service in the retail butcher shop.  
• Perform the duties of slicing, preparation, and/or packing of fresh meat including the manufacturing or processing of meat for retail or sale.
• Ensure cash handling is accurate and balances with till records.
• Abide by existing laws on animal cruelty and ensure all employees on the Meatworks do the same.
• Maintain qualifications and competencies in all aspects of a meat works to enable Gunbalanya Meats to produce a wholesome and hygienic product. 
• Participate in the daily cleaning of the Meat Works, its equipment and surrounding areas to ensure they are maintained and uphold high hygiene standards.

Save $$$$$$ with all expenses paid for including accommodation, food and utilities. 

Explore Australia’s biggest National Park, Kakadu on the weekends plus the famous Jabiru and Cahill’s Crossing close by, just to name a few!

For more information please contact Kylie Locker on: 08 8979 0428

Apply via link below or email to gunbalanyameats@ilsc.gov.au

At the ILSC we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.