Abattoir Operator: Immediate Start, Weekly Pay, Progression

Dunbia Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Weekly pay

Permanent, full-time and part-time"

PPE provided

Long-service recognition

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Progression routes

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dunbia Group in Llanybydder, Wales, is seeking skilled and semi-skilled abattoir operatives to join our team. You will handle lamb and beef processing in a regulated, hygiene-focused environment, following health and animal welfare standards.

This role requires CoC for skilled operatives, reliability, and the ability to work in a demanding setting while supporting a positive team culture. We offer a clear path to progress and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in red meat abattoir, especially lamb/beef.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• CoC (Certificate of Competency) essential for Skilled Operative.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Processing of lamb and cattle in line with health, safety and animal welfare standards.
• Duties may include skinning and evisceration of lamb and beef carcasses to high standards.
• Operating machinery and equipment to prepare carcasses for further processing.
• Maximizing yields while minimizing contamination and waste.
• Work to production targets while ensuring quality and consistency.
• Adhering to SOPs and maintaining high standards.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Abattoir experience

Food safety

Animal welfare

Team player

Tools

Bladed tools

Processing equipment

Job description

Dunbia Group in Llanybydder, Wales, is seeking skilled and semi-skilled abattoir operatives to join our team. You will handle lamb and beef processing in a regulated, hygiene-focused environment, following health and animal welfare standards.

This role requires CoC for skilled operatives, reliability, and the ability to work in a demanding setting while supporting a positive team culture. We offer a clear path to progress and ongoing training opportunities.