Farm Stockworker

Sofina Foods Europe; Perth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

35 days holiday

Weekly laundry service

Sofina discounts portal

Job summary

Perth, Scotland-based Sofina Foods Europe is hiring for an Outdoor Pig Farming role. You will care for pigs on an outdoor unit, assist with feeding, welfare, and daily farm tasks, with comprehensive training provided.

We offer an hourly rate of £13.00 plus benefits, including life assurance, free onsite parking, 35 days' holiday, a weekly laundry service, and access to Sofina discounts portal. No prior livestock experience required as training is provided.

Qualifications

• Motivated, reliable and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to travel independently to remote farm locations.
• Experience working with livestock is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of outdoor pig farming units.
• Work with pigs on an outdoor unit, including feeding, moving, serving and handling.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare.
• Follow Health and Safety procedures and promote a positive safety culture.
• Maintain the appearance and condition of the farm.
• Operate farm machinery safely and effectively.
• Support daily farming activities and operational requirements.
• Assist with monitoring livestock health and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.

Skills

Motivated

Reliable

Outdoor worker

Willing to learn

Travel ready

Job description

Build a Career Outdoors with Our Pig Farming Team

Join our Outdoor Pig Farming Operations in Perth, Scotland, and become part of a supportive team within one of the food industry's leading businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on, outdoor work and wants to develop practical skills in animal husbandry and agriculture.

Working closely with experienced colleagues, you'll be responsible for the daily care and welfare of livestock while helping to maintain a safe, efficient and well-presented farm environment. Previous agricultural experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Key Duties

• You'll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our outdoor pig farming units.
• Work with pigs on an outdoor unit, including feeding, moving, serving and handling
• Maintain the highest standards of animal welfare
• Follow Health and Safety procedures and promote a positive safety culture
• Maintain the appearance and condition of the farm
• Operate farm machinery safely and effectively
• Support daily farming activities and operational requirements
• Assist with monitoring livestock health and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation

Ideal Candidate

• We're looking for someone who is motivated, reliable and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Willing to learn new skills and follow established processes
• Able to travel independently to remote farm locations
• Experience working with livestock is beneficial but not essential

Why Join Us?

At Sofina Foods, you'll be joining a business that invests in its people and provides genuine opportunities for career development. You'll receive full training, gain valuable agricultural experience and work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team.

In addition to a competitive hourly rate of £13.00, you'll benefit from a life assurance scheme, free onsite parking, 35 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays, a weekly laundry service and access to the Sofina discounts portal.

• life assurance scheme
• free onsite parking
• 35 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• a weekly laundry service
• access to the Sofina discounts portal

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

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