Abattoir Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Agricultural Economics or Meat Science (strongly preferred)
• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Food Safety Certifications: HACCP and Hygiene Practices (essential)

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a meat-related field with strong understanding of beef facility operations (essential)
• At least 2 years’ managerial experience in a similar position
• Experience in further meat processing, venison, and offal packing (advantageous)

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Abaserve
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English essential, Xhosa advantageous)
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and managerial skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure
• Good stock-taking and reporting skills
• Responsible, hardworking and passionate about production
• Ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety
• Commitment to continuous improvement and staff development
• Ability to enforce and maintain company policies, mission, vision and values
• Willingness to perform hands-on management and support daily operations

• Manage and oversee all aspects of slaughterhouse operations to ensure a continuous supply of safe, high-quality meat
• Schedule and supervise slaughter activities, food production processes and staff in the department
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP)
• Conduct daily cleaning and maintenance inspections of all slaughter tools, equipment and machinery
• Monitor and maintain accurate stock records for received and dispersed goods
• Prepare and deliver training programs and materials for support staff
• Lead, motivate and manage staff; oversee recruitment and development
• Manage further processing, packaging, cold chain and waste management
• Ensure efficient production processes, quality control and cost management
• Prepare timely and relevant operational and management reports
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot all machinery and tools used in slaughtering processes
• Promote a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Maintain good employee relations and ensure compliance with company policies and values
• Adhere to animal welfare standards and ensure humane handling and slaughtering of livestock

• Reports to General Deboning & Plant Manager, Livestock & Managing Director

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