Assistant Pig (Boar) Farm Manager

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

We're recruiting for a an Assistant Pig (Boar) Farm Managerin Lincolnshire, LN7.

About the role:

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 supporting 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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
• Maintain a high level of biosecurity and cleanliness across all areas of the farm
• On-farm laboratory work

About You:

• 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.

Salary range:£34,000 - £36,000 DOE

Benefits:

• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Death in service insurance
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Access to the discounts platform
• Eligibility for the 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

Contract Type:

Full Time, Permanent

Working Pattern:

Monday - Friday (39 hours), with one weekend a month on a rota system (flexibility required).

Currently, we can only accept applications from UK or EU nationals with the right to work in the UK.