Please enter your search criteria below and select Search. To search for more than one item in a list, select the multiple criteria required using the keyboard keys 'Ctrl' or 'Shift'.
Job details
Contractual hours: 35
Basis: Full time
Region: Scotland - South and West
Package: Attractive benefits package. Please see below.
SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.
St Boswells disease surveillance centre is situated in the southeast of Scotland and provides a diagnostic and consultancy service to the sheep and cattle farmers of the area and their veterinary surgeons. The centre manages both the sheep and cattle health schemes such offered by SRUC.
About the opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced technician to join the Health Scheme team at St Boswells disease surveillance centre.
Main Responsibilities:
* Provide an efficient and reliable service to Health Scheme clients
* Lead on specific area(s) of work
* Support Team Leaders and Health Scheme Veterinary Manager
* Deal with queries by phone, email and Teams from internal and external customers
* Develop and maintain a good understanding of the rules of the Health Schemes
* Contact farmers and vet practices to resolve issues
* Advise clients on health scheme requirements/rules, and problem solving
* Assist with staff training
* Assist with client management, including keeping records accurate and up to date
Minimum qualifications and experience:
The successful candidate will be educated to SCQF Level 9 (Degree level) or above and have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience or an appropriate qualification and extensive relevant experience.
Closing date:
02 February 2025
Eligibility for Sponsorship:
This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker, you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.
Salary and benefits:
* Generous annual leave
* Enhanced pension contributions to contributory pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted RAC Membership
* Generous family leave
* We encourage Continuing Professional Development with a tailored investment in an individuals' learning and development
* Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
How to Apply:
Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply”.
Full details can be found in the Job Particulars document downloadable from the link above.
SRUC Leading the way in Agricultural and Rural Research, Education & Consultancy
SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.
SRUC. A Charitable company limited by guarantee, SC003712. Registered in Scotland No SC103046
#J-18808-Ljbffr