Slaughterhouse Worker FEATURED

Fisher; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher is seeking an experienced meat processing operator in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role covers slaughtering operations, meat processing, food safety, and equipment maintenance to ensure high-quality products.

You'll follow HACCP procedures, inspect carcasses, prevent cross-contamination, and work with processing teams to minimize waste while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic training in meat processing or slaughterhouse operations.
• Food safety or HACCP awareness desirable.
• 1–3 years experience in slaughterhouse or meat processing facility.
• Experience handling livestock and processing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform humane slaughtering of livestock following approved welfare procedures.
• Conduct bleeding, skinning, dehairing, defeathering, evisceration, and carcass preparation.
• Trim, wash, package, and portion meat products as required.
• Operate and maintain processing equipment and sanitize workstations.

Skills

Livestock handling

Meat processing

Food safety awareness

HACCP knowledge

Education

High School Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Slaughtering Operations

• Perform humane slaughtering of livestock following approved animal welfare procedures.
• Conduct bleeding, skinning, dehairing, defeathering, evisceration, and carcass preparation.
• Ensure proper segregation of edible and non-edible by-products.
• Handle livestock safely before and during processing.

Meat Processing

• Trim, wash, clean, and prepare carcasses for further processing.
• Assist in cutting, portioning, weighing, and packaging meat products where required.
• Maintain product traceability throughout the processing cycle.
• Minimize product loss and wastage.

Food Safety & Quality

• Follow HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Inspect carcasses for abnormalities and report any concerns immediately.
• Ensure all processed products meet company quality standards.
• Prevent cross-contamination during operations.

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

• Operate slaughtering tools and processing equipment safely.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and processing areas.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Assist in routine maintenance activities when required.

Requirements

• High School Certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic training in meat processing or slaughterhouse operations is an advantage.
• Food Safety or HACCP awareness is desirable.
• 1–3 years of experience in a slaughterhouse, meat processing plant, or livestock processing facility.
• Experience handling livestock and processing equipment is preferred.