Unit Group

8312 Meat Boners and Slicers, and Slaughterers

Latest release

Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)

Reference period

August 2026

Released

17/08/2026

Next release Unknown

First release

Slaughter livestock, prepare carcasses for further processing, and trim and cut meat from bones, sides and carcasses.

Poultry slaughterers are excluded from this unit group. Poultry slaughterers are included in Occupation 831332 Poultry Process Worker.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

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