Fields Person
Fields Person – Wolds Farms Ltd (Yorkshire)
Location: Various farm sites across Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday (Occasional weekend work may be required)
Are you passionate about animals and looking for a rewarding job in farming? Wold Farms Ltd, known for its commitment to high-quality pig breeding and rearing, is looking for a dedicated Fields Person to join our team in the East Yorkshire area. Come join us and become part of a friendly, expanding team that values hard work and offers plenty of room for career development!
Why Choose Wold Farms?
Wold Farms Ltd is a leading agricultural business specialising in the breeding and rearing of pigs to the highest RSPCA Assured standards. As part of Cranswick PLC group, one of the UK's largest and most successful food businesses, Wold Farms offers employees the opportunity to work within an innovative, industry leading and sustainable farming environment.
This position will be working within the existing team ensuring smooth running of pig health, welfare & movements across the farming business.
What You’ll Do:
- Building and maintaining strong working relationships with our contract growers and finishers.
- Assisting with stock movements and advising on pig selection for slaughter ensuring they meet the target weight and quality.
- Ensuring the day-to-day health of livestock is in line with RSPCA assurance standards and Company policy, advising when required.
- Communication with the production team on a regular basis to ensure smooth running of all operations.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience with handling livestock and a keen interest in the pig industry and animal welfare is essential for this role.
- Ability to prioritise and complete tasks fully with strong attention to detail is a must.
- The ability to work remotely with minimal supervision.
- You must be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to exceed expectations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Full UK Driving licence as travel between our farm locations is required.
What We Offer
Pay and Benefits
- Competitive salary (to be discussed at application stage)
- 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Enhanced company pension scheme
- Death in service insurance
- 24/7 helpline supporting your health and wellbeing
- Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
- Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay (after 2 years' service)
- Free gym membership
Job Type: Full-time
Interested
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to [email protected]
Closing date: 22nd October
Please note - we may close early if the right candidate is found.