Stockperson, Outdoor Breeding
Locations: NR25 & NR9
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job description:
We are looking for ambitious & committed team members for our outdoor-breeding farms in both NR25 & NR9.
Applicants with experience in pig production are highly valued. However, we are also keen to hear from applications who are determined, have a willingness to learn and who will work hard.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading business for the next, or first, step in your farming journey.
About this role
You will be based on one of our outdoor breeding units in the NR25 or NR9 area and will be involved in the breeding and rearing of pigs
On a day to day basis this includes feeding, sow and piglet management, moving, serving and monitoring the health of pigs
You will also maintain the condition and appearance of the farming unit & will work with farm machinery
Job requirements
To give priority to animal welfare
To be self-motivated
Our breeding units consist of teams of 4 to 5 people so you will need to work as part of a team
Experience with livestock or an agricultural background is an advantage but not an essential requirement
To have your own transport to reach a rural farm location
Though our typical working hours are 7.00am-4.00pm Monday - Thursday and 7.00am-3.00pm on Friday, flexibility is required with these times for certain days on farm.
Pay and benefits
Salary: Highly competitive salary based on experience level.
We operate a 39 hour week Monday to Friday with alternate weekend work on every third weekend
Death in service insurance cover
Training as appropriate
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Life insurance
On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)