Official Veterinarian (OV) in Meat Establishments - Talent Pool

Official Veterinarian (OV) in Meat Establishments - Talent Pool

Join HallMark – Build Your Veterinary Career in Food Safety & Animal Welfare

At HallMark , we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers with purpose. As an Official Veterinarian (OV) , you’ll play a key role in safeguarding animal welfare, food safety, and public health across UK meat establishments, working in partnership with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) .

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking veterinarians at all stages of their careers to join our OV Talent Pool for future opportunities. Whether you’re:

• An experienced OV (current qualification)
• An RCVS-registered vet looking to gain OV certification
• Or an international graduate from an RCVS-recognised university with strong English proficiency (IELTS 7.0 / OET grade B)

…we’d love to hear from you!

Locations: Lincolnshire, Birmingham, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Wiltshire, Warwickshire (map available on request)

What We Offer

• Competitive Package – Salary, car or allowance, health plan, pension, retailer discounts, and RCVS fees covered.
• Fully Funded OV Training – Provided through Bristol University for non-qualified candidates.
• Relocation & Visa Support – Including fast-track sponsorship where required.
• Work-Life Balance – Local assignments and manageable caseloads.
• Career Growth – Be part of our “farm-to-fork” approach with opportunities across abattoirs, farms, exports/imports, TB testing, auditing, and more.

Role Overview

As an OV in meat establishments, you will

• Conduct ante- and post-mortem inspections to verify animal welfare and food safety compliance.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with FSA and legal standards .
• Lead and support inspection teams, ensuring consistent delivery of official controls.
• Build productive relationships with Food Business Operators (FBOs) and stakeholders.

Full responsibilities follow the FSA Manual for Official Controls (MOC) , ensuring compliance, safety, and professional leadership at every stage of the meat production process.

Qualifications & Skills

Essential

• Veterinary degree (BSc/MSc) and RCVS registration or eligibility
• English proficiency – IELTS 7.0 or OET grade B

Preferred

• OV-qualified or experience in meat hygiene/animal welfare
• Strong communication, leadership, and attention to detail
• Flexibility and full UK driving licence

Next Steps

We are building our pipeline for upcoming roles — training and induction dates will be shared with talent pool members as opportunities arise.

Ready to join? Submit your CV today and start your journey with HallMark.