Summary
Join a Supportive Team, Build Hands-On Skills, and Grow Within a Leading Food Business
The Role
Are you reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to work in a practical, outdoor environment with livestock? Sofina Foods is looking for motivated individuals to join our Outdoor Pig Farming Operations in theArbroath area.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work and is open to learning. While experience in agriculture is an advantage, it's not essential – we'll provide comprehensive training to help you thrive in your role.
Due to the rural locations of our farms, having your own transport is essential.
Starting Rate : £12.21
Experienced Rate (12 months +) : £12.61
Senior Rate : £13.50
Hours of work –
Monday to Thursday 7am to 4pm (approx).
Friday 7am to 3pm. (Weekend work is required on a rota basis).
Every third Thursday 3am start. (Start time with Seasonal Variability).
Your Key Responsibilities
* Working with pigs on an outdoor unit, including feeding, moving, serving, and handling the pigs.
* Working as part of a team to maintain and uphold the highest standards of animal welfare.
* Following Health and Safety procedures and to support management in fostering a positive safety culture.
* Maintaining the overall appearance and condition of the farm.
* Safely and effectively operating farm machinery.
The Ideal Candidate
* Comfortable working outdoors in a physical, hands-on role
* Reliable and self-motivated, with good timekeeping and a positive attitude
* Willing to learn and committed to following processes
* Able to travel independently to site
* Experience with livestock is a plus, but not essential – we'll give you the skills and confidence to succeed.
Why Sofina Foods?
* Life assurance scheme
* Free onsite parking
* 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Weekly uniform laundry service
* Access to Sofina employee discounts portal
Company Information
Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It's a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Location
Arbroath, Angus
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
4840BR