Assistant Farm Manager - Boar Stud

Cranswick Plc; Normanby by Spital CP; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Death in service

Wellbeing support

Discount platform

Share Save scheme

On-site parking

Comprehensive training

Workwear provided

Job summary

JSR Genetics Ltd, a Cranswick subsidiary, is seeking an Assistant Boar Stud Manager to support the Farm Manager in our new boar stud and laboratory facility in the UK. You will help oversee day-to-day operations, animal welfare, biosecurity, and audit readiness.

You will collect genetic material, assist with breeding material production, and contribute to on-farm laboratory work while leading by example and ensuring high standards across the team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pigs and understanding welfare standards.
• Confidence working around large animals.
• Good physical fitness and reliability.
• Willingness to lead by example and train others.
• Proactive, hands-on approach and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day management of the boar stud and laboratory.
• Collect genetic material from boars per established protocols.
• Support production of high-quality breeding material for AI.
• Move pigs between housing units and collection yard.
• Monitor animal welfare and behaviour throughout the process.
• Maintain accurate records of collections and observations.
• Maintain high biosecurity and cleanliness across all farm areas.
• Provide on-farm laboratory support and training.

Skills

Animal welfare

Biosecurity

Team leadership

Manual handling

Job description

JSR Genetics Ltd, a subsidiary of Cranswick, is a leading organisation within the UK agricultural sector, combining traditional farming practices with modern, sustainable methods. As an Assistant Boar Stud Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Farm Manager across all areas of our brand new, state of the art boar stud and laboratory facility. Working as part of the management team, you will assist in the day-to-day operation of the stud and laboratory, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, health and safety, hygiene, quality assurance and audit compliance are maintained at all times. You will take an active role in the care and management of boars, the production and supply of high-quality genetic material, and the support of laboratory processes that contribute to efficient and sustainable pig farming. This is a hands‑on position requiring collaboration across all aspects of the operation, helping to drive performance, continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the facility.,

• Work closely with the Boar Stud Manager, and support at audits and vet visits
• Collect genetic material from boars in accordance with established protocols
• Support the production of high-quality breeding material for artificial insemination
• Assist with the 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 accurate records of collections and observations
• Maintaining a high level of biosecurity and cleanliness across all areas of the farm
• On farm laboratory work
• Experience working with pigs and a good understanding of animal welfare standards and practices.
• Confidence working around large animals.
• Good physical fitness.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Commitment to growth, both personal and the farm's.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead by example, support colleagues, and assist with the day-to-day management of the boar stud and laboratory operation, driving high standards across the farm.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Death in service insurance
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
• Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Comprehensive on and off‑farm training to enhance your expertise in all aspects of pig farming
• All company workwear and showering facilities provided
• A full job description is available upon request. Salary between £34,000.00 and £36,000.00 dependent on experience.