Pig Stockperson — Keyingham
Job description
Location: Keyingham, East Yorkshire
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday with alternate weekends
About the Role
At White Rose Farms Ltd, a subsidiary of Cranswick PLC, we are a leading player in the UK's agricultural sector, specialising in pig farming. Established in 2018 and based in Yorkshire, we are dedicated to integrating traditional farming practices with modern, sustainable methods.
We are seeking a keen individual to join our team as a Pig Stockperson at our farm in the Keyingham area. Our farms are high health units within our growing and finishing operation.
Join us in our mission to set new benchmarks in the farming industry while providing delicious, responsibly sourced pork products for all to enjoy. This is a great opportunity for the right person to join our fast-paced, ever-growing business with a bright future.
Key Responsibilities
- Feeding, moving, serving, treating, vaccinating, and handling the pigs
- Loading and unload pigs as required by the unit’s production system
- Ensuring that animal welfare is in accordance with Company policies (Red Tractor Assured Standards)
- Ensuring that the five freedoms in respect of animal welfare are followed
- Adhering to Company Codes of Practice and Policies at all times
- Ensuring that all Feed Systems/Water systems and all other equipment is in good working order and fixing faults and report any defects immediately to your Line Manager
- Reporting any site damage immediately to the Line Manager
- Understanding the importance of biosecurity and security of the unit
- Ensuring that the unit is always kept clean and tidy and presentable to visitors with regular pressure washing being essential
- Where applicable, ensuring all buildings and compounds are secured out of working hours
About You
- Experience with livestock or an agricultural background would be advantageous, but not essential
- Ability to prioritise and complete tasks fully with strong attention to detail is a must
- Self-motivated, possess a strong work ethic, and strive to go above and beyond expectations
Pay and Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Enhanced company pension scheme
- Death in service insurance
- 24/7 health and wellbeing support
- Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
- Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Comprehensive on and off-farm training to enhance your expertise in all aspects of pig farming
- Monday to Friday shift pattern with alternate weekend work
- All company workwear and showering facilities provided
Interested
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to [email protected]
Closing date: 28th January
Please note - we may close early if the right candidate is found.