Overview Job Title: General Operative Reporting To: Production Manager Position type: Permanent Location: Slane Co. Meath Role Summary: Dawn Meats have opportunities for General Operatives to join our production team in Slane Co. Meath We are seeking reliable and hardworking General Operatives to join an industry leader that provides opportunities for training and progression to the right candidates. Dawn Meats is one of Europe's leading food companies; suppliers of choice to a range of leading local, national and international supermarket, foodservice and manufacturing businesses exporting to over 50 countries worldwide. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Slane production site and will be responsible for: Successful candidates will work as part of a team in the factory, packing meat cuts and trims to customer specification on a paced production line to fulfil production targets on a daily and weekly basis; To assist on the production area & provide support to the production team; Work in all areas of the factory; Keep good housekeeping standards in all areas; Keep up to date knowledge of all products; Keep up to date with all training to ensure you are trained to complete your day to day role; Follow work instructions in all areas; Ensure you comply with Health & Safety regulations; Ensure all data to be recorded is accurate and up to date; Ensure quality guidelines are followed for all areas; Undertake flexible working hours to meet deadline Qualifications Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy production environment. The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate: An ability to work to deadlines; An ability to work on own initiative; Interested in future development & progression Entry level, semi-skilled & advanced positions available; INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Overview Job title: Dawn Meats Water Quality Farming Advisor Closing Date: 23rd of November 2025 Reporting to: Agricultural Manager Location: Optional (Waterford/Charleville/Rathdowney/Kilbeggan/Kildare) with Travel required across Munster and Leinster region Position: 6-month maternity leave contract Background: Teagasc, Dairy Industry Ireland and the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) secured €60 million in funding for a European Innovation Partnership (EIP) Project to drive on-farm improvements in water quality, also benefiting climate change mitigation and biodiversity protection. The "EIP Farming for Water programme". Role Description: As part of the Dawn Meats' Sustainability and Agricultural Team, work with our farmer suppliers to provide one-to-one advice on how to improve water quality and biodiversity, complete farm water risk assessments, build plans to improve impact, and assist farms with the EIP funding application process. To support you in this role, suitable training will be provided. Responsibilities Work alongside the Dawn Meats' Agriculture team and Procurement team to engage with suppliers across Ireland to optimise the number of participating beef farmers in the EIP Farming for Water Initiative. To develop and deliver the agreed business plan of the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme as part of Water Catchment Project teams across Ireland. To use a range of effective advisory methodologies including one to one support, public events and media as part of a team to achieve improvements in farmers environmental sustainability. To engage with farmers located in priority catchments to identify risks arising from their farming operations to water quality. Develop a farm plan to support farmers to minimize contaminant losses to waters. Assist farmers to farm in compliance with existing regulatory standards. Identify the need for additional infrastructure or to identify changes in farming systems to achieve compliance with the existing infrastructure. Identify improvements in farmyard, roadway and land management practice to support reduction on point source losses. Identify additional non-regulatory measures that can result in reductions in diffuse losses of contaminants to waters. Support farmers in implementing improved nutrient management practices to help reduce diffuse nutrient losses to waters. Provide support to farmers participating in the Water EIP through submission of applications and implementation of measures. To support and facilitate groups of farmers in the impacted catchments. To liaise with other groups which are established with the objective of enhancing water quality and community engagement. To support / organize / deliver local and national dissemination events such as Farm Open Days, farm walks, meetings and media outputs. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications A 3rd level degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, or a related field. In-depth understanding of environmental sustainability practices, particularly in relation to water quality and biodiversity. Excellent communicator and experience collaborating with stakeholders. Excellent analysis, problem solving skills and decision support abilities. Work and project organization which shows pro-activity and drive. Quality Customer Service Focus. Teamwork & Leadership abilities. Proven ability to provide effective one-to-one advisory support, as well as organize and deliver public events and media engagements. Strong organizational skills To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job title: Dawn Meats Water Quality Farming Advisor Closing Date: 23rd of November 2025 Reporting to: Agricultural Manager Location: Optional (Waterford/Charleville/Rathdowney/Kilbeggan/Kildare) with Travel required across Munster and Leinster region Position: 6-month maternity leave contract Background: Teagasc, Dairy Industry Ireland and the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) secured €60 million in funding for a European Innovation Partnership (EIP) Project to drive on-farm improvements in water quality, also benefiting climate change mitigation and biodiversity protection. The "EIP Farming for Water programme". . Role Description: As part of the Dawn Meats' Sustainability and Agricultural Team, work with our farmer suppliers to provide one-to-one advice on how to improve water quality and biodiversity, complete farm water risk assessments, build plans to improve impact, and assist farms with the EIP funding application process. To support you in this role, suitable training will be provided. Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: Work alongside the Dawn Meats' Agriculture team and Procurement team to engage with suppliers across Ireland to optimise the number of participating beef farmers in the EIP Farming for Water Initiative. To develop and deliver the agreed business plan of the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme as part of Water Catchment Project teams across Ireland. To use a range of effective advisory methodologies including one to one support, public events and media as part of a team to achieve improvements in farmers environmental sustainability. To engage with farmers located in priority catchments to identify risks arising from their farming operations to water quality. Develop a farm plan to support farmers to minimize contaminant losses to waters. Assist farmers to farm in compliance with existing regulatory standards. Identify the need for additional infrastructure or to identify changes in farming systems to achieve compliance with the existing infrastructure. Identify improvements in farmyard, roadway and land management practice to support reduction on point source losses. Identify additional non-regulatory measures that can result in reductions in diffuse losses of contaminants to waters. Support farmers in implementing improved nutrient management practices to help reduce diffuse nutrient losses to waters. Provide support to farmers participating in the Water EIP through submission of applications and implementation of measures. To support and facilitate groups of farmers in the impacted catchments. To liaise with other groups which are established with the objective of enhancing water quality and community engagement. To support / organize / deliver local and national dissemination events such as Farm Open Days, farm walks, meetings and media outputs. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications Behavioural Competencies A 3rd level degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, or a related field. In-depth understanding of environmental sustainability practices, particularly in relation to water quality and biodiversity. Excellent communicator and experience collaborating with stakeholders. Excellent analysis, problem solving skills and decision support abilities. Work and project organization which shows pro-activity and drive. Quality Customer Service Focus. Teamwork & Leadership abilities. Proven ability to provide effective one-to-one advisory support, as well as organize and deliver public events and media engagements. Strong organizational skills INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Overview Company: Dawn Meats Job Title: Experienced Meat Processor Operative Location : Grannagh, Co. Waterford, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo, Charleville, Co Cork, Slane, Co Meath, Kilbeggan, Co Westmeath, Rathdowney, Co Laois, Kildare town Co. Kildare Position type: Permanent. Minimum Annual Remuneration: 30,000 Euro. Standard Working Week: 39 hours. Role Summary: We are currently recruiting for Experienced Meat Processor Operatives across all our site locations in Ireland. These locations are Grannagh, Co. Waterford, Kilmacthomas , Co. Waterford, Ballyhaunis , Co. Mayo, Charleville, Co Cork, Slane, Co Meath, Kilbeggan , Co Westmeath, Rathdowney, Co Laois. Kildare town, Co. Kildare Responsibilities The successful candidates will work as part of the factory processing team producing meat to fulfil production targets on a daily and weekly basis. Successful candidates will be required to work in all areas of the factory where you will be required to: Work on own initiative and as part of a team. Meet production targets; Work a shift schedule; Will be required to work across all areas of the meat processing plant; Physical role including lifting and standing; Using fork lift equipment for picking and packing orders and goods; Working in a chilled and ambient environment; Keeping the work area clean and tidy; Maintaining high levels of Health and Safety standards. Being adaptable and flexible in your approach to work. Training in English language skills, company operating procedures and subsidised canteen. Qualifications Successful candidates will be required to have : A minimum B1-B2 level of English. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
Overview Company: Dawn Meats Reporting to: Health & Safety Manager Contract type: Full-Time/Permanent Location: GKilbeggan Co. Westmeath Role Summary: The successful candidate will work with the Health & Safety team and will be responsible for operating across all areas of health, safety and environment. You will gain hands on experience and knowledge and will be required to implement health and safety policies in accordance with current legislation to ensure these policies are implemented by management and employees. Relevant training will be provided. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based inour Kilbeggan production plant and will: Provide assistance relating to Health, Safety, Fire and Environment to the site; Actively support the management team to meet Health, Safety and Environmental Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and performance objectives with the aim of improving site safety and commercial objectives; Conduct and complete all site related and specialist risk assessments with the support of line management; Assist and implement site specific safe working practices; Assist with and maintain accurate site accident data, assist with accident information reports to identify trends and taking appropriate action; Conduct detailed accident investigations and implement recommendations to reduce accidents and incidents; Complete site inspections and report on corrective actions regularly; In conjunction with the site management team, report incidents to the Health & Safety Authority (HSA) including any follow up correspondence and action reports; Actively participate in site Health & Safety committee meetings; Coordinate Health & Safety documentation and ensure any company changes/updates are implemented. Qualifications Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy health & safety environment. The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate: Degree qualified in Health & Safety related discipline; Communication & presentation skills; Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to tasks; Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Good inter-personal skills; Excellent time management; Ability to deal with challenges systematically; Good forward thinking and planning ability. INDLP To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
