Assistant Boar Stud Manager – State‑of‑the‑Art Pig Farm

FarmWell; Greater Lincolnshire; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Death in service insurance

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts platform

Share Save scheme

Free on-site parking

Comprehensive training in pig farming

Workwear provided

Shower facilities

Job summary

FarmWell in Lincolnshire is seeking an Assistant Boar Stud Manager to support the Farm Manager in a state-of-the-art boar stud and laboratory facility. You will work hands-on with boars, assist in laboratory tasks and ensure high welfare, biosecurity, health and safety, hygiene and audit standards are maintained.

You will collect genetic material for breeding and support the production of high-quality material for AI, keep accurate records, and drive continuous improvement as part of the

Qualifications

• Experience working with pigs and strong understanding of animal welfare standards.
• Confident around large animals with good physical fitness.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work with Boar Stud Manager and support audits and vet visits.
• Collect genetic material from boars according to protocols.
• Support production of high-quality breeding material for artificial insemination.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of the collection area.
• Move pigs between housing units and the collection yard.
• Monitor animal behaviour and welfare throughout the process.
• Maintain records of collections and observations.
• Maintain high biosecurity and cleanliness across all areas.
• On-farm laboratory work.

Skills

Pigs experience

Animal welfare

Organisation

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

FarmWell in Lincolnshire is seeking an Assistant Boar Stud Manager to support the Farm Manager in a state-of-the-art boar stud and laboratory facility. You will work hands-on with boars, assist in laboratory tasks and ensure high welfare, biosecurity, health and safety, hygiene and audit standards are maintained.

You will collect genetic material for breeding and support the production of high-quality material for AI, keep accurate records, and drive continuous improvement as part of the