Job Description

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Responsible for driving operational efficiency, process optimization, and compliance within the poultry processing environment. This role ensures yield improvement, cost reduction, and adherence to food safety and quality standards while leading continuous improvement initiatives across all abattoir operations. Additionally, this role incorporates strategic training and development responsibilities to build workforce capability and embed a culture of operational excellence.

Minimum Requirements

B-Tech or National Diploma in Environmental Health or related field. Diploma in Production Management. Minimum 10 years in poultry processing and abattoir operations. Extensive experience in HACCP, ISO 22000, and food safety compliance. Proven track record in process optimization and yield improvement. Experience in training facilitation and skills development programs. Strategic operational management. Leadership and team development. Financial acumen and budgeting. Quality assurance and compliance. Occupational health and safety management. Training and development planning. Change management and culture leadership. Operations & Production Management. Food Safety & Hygiene (HACCP, ISO 22000). Process Optimization & Yield Improvement. Budgeting & Financial Management. Employee Relations & Training. Adult learning principles and training methodologies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead operational efficiency initiatives across poultry processing lines. Implement process flow redesign and yield tracking systems. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and labour regulations. Manage budgets, cost-saving strategies, and performance metrics. Mentor and develop managers to strengthen leadership and engagement. Drive continuous improvement and change management programs. Design and deliver training programs to enhance technical and operational skills. Monitor training effectiveness and align learning interventions with business goals. * Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous learning across the division.