Why GFC?

Locations: Welshpool & North Fremantle

Rock Lobster Royalty: We’re not just any seafood processor—we’re the world’s largest rock lobster processor, handling nearly three-quarters of WA’s commercial rock lobster catch.

Easy Application Process: We have worked hard to remove all the unnecessary steps for hiring these roles. We don't conduct interviews and just ask that you complete some easy online forms for us to process!

What GFC looks for in Employees.

GFC operates in a rapidly changing, highly seasonal business environment. Employees who can demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in their approach to work, will thrive at GFC.

GFC's number one value is Safety. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to their own safety, and the safety of others at all times.

About the Job

About the Job

We’re seeking skilled and reliable individuals with experience in food, processing, or manufacturing environments to join our high-performing seafood operations team. If you’ve overseen parts of a production line, conducted quality control, or worked in a fast-paced industrial setting, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with excellent pay rates, including overtime and weekend penalties. Roles are available year-round for quality candidates.

Job duties include:

Experienced candidates may be assigned to more complex or quality-focused tasks, including:

Overseeing specific stages of the lobster processing line

Conducting quality checks and reporting inconsistencies

Supporting training and mentoring of new staff

Ensuring compliance with food safety and handling protocols

General duties include:

Sorting, grading, trimming, washing, and packaging lobsters

Operating baskets: weighing, tipping, moving, and prepping for truck loading

Feeding graders, stun tanks, and packers

Monitoring tanks and removing weak lobsters with appropriate documentation

Ticketing, sealing, taping, and stamping polystyrene boxes

Cleaning workspaces, tanks, freezers, and waste bins

Waste removal and hygiene maintenance

Essential Job Requirements

1. A strong safety mindset and willingness to work with live seafood and shellfish

2. Calm, diplomatic communication skills and ability to work across teams

3. Ability to follow and give instructions in English

4. Basic numeracy, literacy, and reasoning

Desirable:

1. Previous experience in food, seafood, meat, or dairy processing

2. Exposure to quality control or production line oversight

3. Familiarity with HACCP or other food safety systems

Apply today for an immediate start with training and development to get you ready for our busy season!

For inexperienced candidates, please apply to our Seafood Processor talent pool, as this vacancy is for experienced candidates only.