Skilled Slaughterman

Dunbia; Hatherleigh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee referral scheme

Perks at work

Discounted weekly food shop

GroceryAid

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff events and activities

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Dunbia West Devon in Hatherleigh is seeking a reliable slaughterman to join our cattle abattoir team. You will perform skilled slaughtering duties, follow SOPs, and collaborate with the manager and colleagues to meet daily targets.

We value commitment to animal welfare, hygiene, and safety, with PPE supplied and a supportive, team‑oriented environment. Full‑time hours, starting 6:30am, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience as a slaughterman in a cattle abattoir preferred.
• Physically fit for demanding environment.
• Flexible to work in fast-paced production.
• Commitment to company health, safety and hygiene policies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out skilled slaughtering duties within the abattoir.
• Follow departmental SOPs.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Work closely with the manager and wider team to achieve targets.
• Promote and maintain high standards of Health, Safety, Hygiene and Food Safety.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

Slaughtering experience

Animal welfare

Team player

Physically fit

Job description

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.
• 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.
• Free onsite parking
• 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.

Dunbia is a true market leader operating globally and our desire to create better food naturally is the driving force behind everything we do.