We are currently recruiting for a Livestock Person to undertake a crucial role within our successful stud farm. If you are passionate about working with livestock and want to be part of a thriving team, then we want to hear from you.
The role and responsibilities of Livestock Person:
* Bull handling and assisting with semen collection and the daily care of livestock.
* To ensure animal welfare standards / health and safety regulations are adhered to
* All factors relating to maintenance, breeding and welfare to ensure a clean and healthy environment is maintained
* To continuously develop and improve themselves and the way they work
* To comply with Company policy and best practise in security, legal and regulatory compliance
* To complete any other duties as required from time to time
Livestock Person essential skills and experience:
* Prior experience of livestock handling or showing although full training will be given
* Willing to work as part of a team but capable of taking individual responsibility
* A clean driving licence
* Bobcat / Tractor license and experience, however training will also be provided
Additional information:
* Must be livestock free and bio-security conscious
* Flexible approach to work, taking part in a 7 day Rota to include spring/summer public holidays
* Due to the location, a UK driving license and own transport is essential.
The Package:
* Full training provided
* Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
* Matched Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
* BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
* Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years