At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to manage and care for pigs in a modernised breeding-to-finishing unit.
- Company: Family-run business committed to investing in employees and facilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary starting from £35,000, housing assistance, and a workplace pension.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal welfare while advancing your career in agriculture.
- Qualifications: Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and a passion for animal husbandry.
We are recruiting for a Senior Pig Stockperson in Derbyshire, DE6. The pig unit has recently been acquired and is now part of a family-run business with the vision and resources to invest significantly in both their facilities and employees. They offer a comprehensive career development pathway for applicants seeking growth and advancement opportunities. This unit is a 600-sow, straw-based breeding-to-finishing unit and is undergoing modernisation.
The varied role on a three-weekly system will include:
- Serving
- Dry sow and farrowing house work
- Working closely with the team to progress the unit
This position is for a senior stockperson to work alongside the manager.
Person specifications:
- Excellent attention to detail and diligence
- Communicate and closely work alongside our pig production manager
- Good sow husbandry skills
- High passion for animal welfare
- Self-driven attributes
Salary guide: From £35,000+ DOE
Plus: Assistance with housing, a workplace pension
Hours: Approx. 07:00 - 17:00, plus 10 hours every other weekend.
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.
Senior Pig Stockperson in Derbyshire employer: Roadhogs
Join a family-run business in Derbyshire that prioritises both employee development and animal welfare. With significant investment in modernising facilities and a clear career progression pathway, this role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills and passion for pig husbandry can truly thrive.
