Skilled Slaughterman

Dunbia; Hatherleigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Staff giveaways

Employee referral scheme (earn up to £

Job summary

Dunbia West Devon at the Hatherleigh site is seeking a dedicated slaughter operative for our cattle abattoir. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, starting from 6:30am, with pay based on experience.

Join a team focused on safety, hygiene, and efficient production while adhering to SOPs and company policies. PPE and equipment are supplied, and travel arrangements should be made to the site.

Qualifications

• Experience as a slaughterman, ideally in a cattle abattoir.
• Physically fit for a demanding environment.
• Strong knife skills and teamwork orientation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out skilled slaughtering duties within the abattoir.
• Follow departmental SOPs.
• Work in a fast-paced production environment in line with operations.
• Collaborate with the manager and wider team to meet departmental targets.
• Maintain high standards of Health, Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety.

Skills

Slaughtering experience

Knife skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Animal welfare knowledge

Job description

Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team at Dunbia West Devon at our Hatherleigh site, working for an established company within the food production industry in our busy cattle abattoir.

All PPE and equipment required for the role will be supplied at no extra cost to you.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, starting from 6:30am. Pay rate based on experience

Responsibilities

• Carry out skilled slaughtering duties within the abattoir
• Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work effectively in a fast-paced production environment in line with operational requirements.
• Work closely with the manager and wider team to achieve departmental targets.
• Promote and maintain high standards of Health, Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have previous experience working as a slaughterman (ideally within a cattle abattoir)
• Be physically fit and comfortable working in a physically demanding environment.
• Have strong knife skills
• Be flexible and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Good understanding of animal welfare and hygiene requirements
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be committed to working in line with the company's Mission, Vision and Values.

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Staff giveaways
• Employee referral scheme (earn up to £1,250)
• Perks at work
• Discounted weekly food shop
• Points towards flights
• Vouchers to use at 100s of retailers- electronics, home + garden, entertainment, family days out
• GroceryAid
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff events and activities, with opportunities to win prizes for participation
• Long Service Awards

Please note: This role is based at our Hatherleigh site. Candidates should ensure they have suitable transport arrangements to reliably travel to and from the site for the required working hours.

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position.