Open To Work
David Gilchrist
Echuca,VIC
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced Slaughterman with background in livestock handling, meat processing and quality control. Skills include safe operation of tools and machinery, adherence to hygiene standards and animal welfare regulations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of team, contributing to improved workflow and efficiency at previous workplaces. Possess strong physical stamina and coordination skills essential for job role.
Skillful Live Hanger with many years of experience producing food and hides from live animals. Pacified animals, shackled and positioned in slaughtering equipment, slaughtered animals, and cut, trimmed and divided animals carcasses for further processing or packaging. Focused on waste minimization and ethical treatment of animals in achieving production goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Slaughter man
MD.Foods
Echuca , Victoria
06.2024 - Current
- Inspected carcasses for quality assurance and safe consumption standards.
- Operated equipment for humane livestock processing and meat preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with health regulations.
Slaughter man
Swan Hill Abbattoirs
Swan Hill , Victoria
05.2017 - 04.2022
- Operated equipment for humane livestock processing and meat preparation.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols while operating heavy machinery used in the slaughtering process.
- Inspected carcasses for quality assurance and safe consumption standards.
- Monitored the temperature of meat products throughout processing to ensure safety standards were met.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with health regulations.
- Supervised junior staff members in their duties related to slaughtering and processing operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows effectively.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, tools, and machinery in a safe and sanitary condition.
- Labeled packaged meat products with appropriate weight, price, and expiration date information.
Builders labourer
Central Victoria homes
Bendigo , Victoria
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and drywall installation tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in construction tasks.
- Collaborated with team members on various construction projects.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance.
Fiberglass Technician
Tank pool
Swan Hill , Victoria
10.2015 - 02.2018
- Laying Up water tank moulds
- Fabricated fiberglass components for various pool designs and specifications.
- Operated and maintained fiberglass molding equipment for optimal production efficiency.
- Prepared and mixed resin and hardeners according to project requirements.
Education
Mairheau
Christchurch , Skills
- Meal plant
- Meat processing
Certification
- Certificate 2.3.Meat.processing.Confined.Spaces.Diploma.Cruiseship
Timeline
Slaughter man
MD.Foods
06.2024 - Current
Builders labourer
Central Victoria homes
02.2019 - 08.2020
Slaughter man
Swan Hill Abbattoirs
05.2017 - 04.2022
Fiberglass Technician
Tank pool
10.2015 - 02.2018
Mairheau