Skilled Slaughterman

Dunbia Group; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee referral scheme (earn up to £

GroceryAid

Contributory pension scheme

Perks at work

Job summary

Dunbia West Devon at the Hatherleigh site is seeking a diligent slaughterman to join our cattle abattoir operations. You will perform skilled slaughtering duties and follow SOPs to ensure efficient, safe production.

This full-time role starts early, with core hours Monday to Friday, and requires a strong commitment to hygiene and animal welfare. You will work closely with the manager and team to meet targets, while maintaining a clean, safe workspace and adhering to company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience as a slaughterman, ideally in a cattle abattoir.
• Physically fit for a demanding environment.
• Strong knife skills.
• Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Understanding of animal welfare and hygiene requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out skilled slaughtering duties within the abattoir.
• Follow departmental 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.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

Knife skills

Physical fitness

Team player

Health & safety awareness

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.
• 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.