Finishing Pig Unit Manager in Oxfordshire

We\’re recruiting for a Finishing Pig Unit Manager for a farm in Oxfordshire.

Our client operates an outdoor mixed farming enterprise with multiple sites.

The Finishing Pig Unit Manager is a key position at their flagship finishing site. The role is responsible for all areas of pig finishing performance and welfare on a 950-sow outdoor breeding unit.

Job description:

• Manage all unit staff
• Responsible for the health and condition of livestock
• Ensure that high animal welfare standards are maintained at all times in accordance with Company policies (Red Tractor Assured, RSPCA Assured, customer-related audits and the five freedoms in respect of animal welfare)
• Work with your team and the breeding unit to meet agreed performance targets, managing the performance of finishing staff and pig production to bring about the best results
• Ensure that all equipment/farm machinery is used safely and is maintained in good condition at all times in accordance with Company health & safety policies.
• Support staff to understand the importance of biosecurity and security of the unit
• Manage and complete weekly reports and keep records up to date at all times
• Accurately record and administer medications and be alert to changes of health.

Salary: £35,000 – £48,000 DOE

Plus:

• 28 days holiday
• Accommodation can be provided
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) & training allowance
• Workwear & boots provided

For further details, please call Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd.

All applications are handled in strict confidence, and our applicant service is provided free of charge.

Currently, we can only accept applications from UK or EU nationals with the right to work in the UK.