DUNBIA ACADEMY PRODUCES TEAM OF BUTCHERS

Seven trainees have graduated through Dunbia’s Butchery Academy and are now skilled butchers holding externally recognised and verified Proficiency Based Qualifications.

The achievements of the six men and 1 woman was recognised at a recent presentation ceremony where Dunbia Brand Ambassador, Rory Best presented the awards.

Congratulating the trainees, Rory commented: “I have worked with Dunbia for a couple of years and they are an excellent company to work with.  The Butchery Academy is an excellent programme and instils many of the qualities which I take onto the rugby pitch into their trainees – qualities such as determination, hard work, commitment and the will to succeed.  The seven successful trainees have all shown these qualities which is reflected in their success in the Butchery Academy.  This is the start of their careers and I wish them every success for the future.”

The trainees completed the award-winning Butchery Academy following a twelve month tailored programme which combined class-room based learning with on the job training and mentoring.  They are now all full-time employees at Dunbia Dungannon and Ballymena.

Steve Beck, HR Director, Dunbia also congratulated the trainees:  “The calibre of trainees coming through our Butchery Academy is excellent.  Dunbia is very proud of our Butchery Academy which gives young people an alternative route into a skilled trade.  It has taken the age-old craft of butchery, revitalised it with modern day training techniques and processes and created real opportunities for individuals looking for a long-term, progressive career path.”

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Agriculture

Working across key areas such as supply chain, animal welfare, and sustainable agriculture, you will get involved in all aspects of the agriculture and research and development areas within the business.

Environmental

This varied role will provide you with an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the Environmental department and participate in continuous improvement projects within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Human Resources

As your skills and knowledge develop over time, you will get involved in all aspects of HR within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and your responsibility will increase.

Retail National Account Management

This exciting role will see you gain a wide range of business experience skills, providing support to major UK retail supermarket customer accounts. 

Operations & Commercial

Work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment gaining a hands-on experience across all aspects of operations, production and commercial with a focus on continuous improvement. 

New Product Development

You will be involved in supporting and managing the NPD process to ensure new and re-developed products are launched successfully. 

Livestock procurement

An exciting opportunity to learn about all areas of livestock procurement within the business, gaining a full understanding of production and operations.

Food Safety & Quality

A hands-on opportunity to understand and impact on food safety, quality and animal welfare across a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Ensuring legislative compliance, customer excellence and continuous improvement.

Mechanical Engineering

As an engineering graduate you will be hands on and, on the go, working in a fast paced, busy environment overseeing electrical, mechanical and automation projects in a food manufacturing business.

Accounting & Finance

Gain a robust understanding in all aspects of the Finance Function with support at every step of the way to attain the professional qualifications needed to become a finance leader of the future.