Meat Inspector

Government of Alberta

. Provide slaughter inspection services on kill floors at provincial abattoirs .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeLethbridge • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$65,674 - CA$86,011 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in meat inspection, food safety principles, and animal welfare regulations while effectively communicating and resolving conflicts with operators. Proficient in using inspection technology and electronic reporting systems to ensure compliance and support operational initiatives.

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Meat Inspection ExperienceKnowledge Of Animal DiseasesFood Safety PrinciplesProficiency With Microsoft 365Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

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Hard Skills

Slaughter InspectionAnte- and Post-Mortem InspectionCompliance InspectionsFood Safety SurveillanceRegulatory Standards InterpretationAnimal Welfare MonitoringDeficiency DocumentationSample CollectionTroubleshooting Inspection SystemsOccupational Health And Safety

Soft Skills

Communication CompetenciesConflict ResolutionTeam CollaborationIndependent Work Ability

Tools & Technologies

Agridam1GXERP SystemsElectronic Reporting SystemsInspection Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Successful Completion Of In-House TrainingSecurity Screening

Industry Keywords

Animal ScienceAnimal HealthFood SafetyHumane Livestock HandlingMeat ProcessingLivestock TraceabilityRegulatory Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide slaughter inspection services on kill floors at provincial abattoirs
Conduct front-line slaughter, meat processing, and compliance inspections
Perform ante- and post-mortem inspection of livestock and poultry
Monitor and enforce food safety, animal welfare, and regulatory requirements
Document deficiencies and ensure appropriate corrective action
Use inspection technology and electronic reporting systems to document findings and support remote inspection activities
Troubleshoot inspection systems and contribute to program data and reporting
Collect and submit samples for animal health and food safety surveillance programs
Communicate results and work with operators to address concerns
Contribute to livestock traceability, occupational health and safety, operational policies and procedures, team initiatives, and special projects
Travel to abattoir sites and potentially other geographical regions for training or regional coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two (2) year technical diploma in a related field, preferably in Animal Science, Animal Health/Vet Technology, or Food Safety/Food Science
Two (2) years of directly related meat inspection work experience, including working as a meat inspector on kill floors
Equivalencies: 1 year of related education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education
Meat inspection experience may not be substituted with other education or experience
Knowledge of animal diseases and pathology
Understanding of humane livestock handling and stunning
Knowledge of food safety principles for slaughter and meat processing
Ability to interpret regulatory standards
Communication and conflict resolution competencies
Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Agridam, 1GX or similar ERP systems, and Safety aware
Successful completion of all in-house training
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work under varying site conditions, inclement weather, and wet surface environments
Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting, standing, climbing, driving, and repetitive use of hand tools
Must reside within approximately 60 km of the Lethbridge office
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, minimum three years as a Class 5 driver, current driver’s abstract with no more than six demerit points, and no criminal code convictions
Successful completion of security screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime rate applicable for all overtime
PPE will be provided
In-house training will be provided
Fleet vehicle will be provided
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
Alberta Public Service benefits
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance