We're recruiting for a Pig Stockperson Specialising in Mill/Mix Operation for a pig farm in Essex, CM5.
This role would suit someone who can commute to the CM5 area, enjoys variety, and is either a new entrant or an experienced farm worker.
Job description:
* Routine operation of the automated mill & mix system
* Moving 2-tonne bins using a modern masted forklift
* Feeding herd
* Moving pigs
* Feeding
* Mucking out and washing
* General farm work, including tractor work, maintenance and repairs
* Ensuring high standards of animal health and welfare across the pig unit
* Subject to completion of the correct external training, there is also the haulage of pigs from one farm to another using a truck and trailer
Person specifications:
* A good team player
* A positive approach and a can-do attitude
* The ability to think ahead, communicate effectively
* High levels of attention to detail
* High welfare standards
Full training will be provided for everything needed to succeed in this role, so those with less experience are encouraged to apply.
Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 DOE
Plus:
* Phone
* Company clothing
* Generous annual leave of 31 days - 27 working days and 4 bank holidays, whilst the other 4 bank holidays are a short day but at full pay
* Good pension contribution of 5% employer and 3% employee, keeping more of the monthly earnings with the employee
Hours:
* 07:30-16:30 Monday to Friday
* Also working 1 weekend in 3, with each day being typically 3 hours
* Average of 42 hours per week when including weekends
For further details, please call Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd.
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