Farm Welfare & Compliance Advisor | Travel & Audits

Cranswick PLC; Hessle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel allowance for site visits

Pension scheme

EAP helpline

Discount platform

Job summary

Cranswick PLC is seeking a Welfare & Compliance Advisor to support wellbeing, engagement, and development across pig farming operations. You will ensure supplier approval processes and animal welfare systems meet Cranswick standards and legislative requirements while collaborating with the wider team.

The role requires regular on-site visits and audits, strong communication, and a proactive, empathetic approach to supporting farm staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a compliance/animal welfare or agricultural role.
• Knowledge of animal welfare standards (e.g., Red Tractor, etc.).
• Ability to work independently with strong organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites and work in a hands-on farm environment.

Responsibilities

• Visit farms regularly to provide guidance and support to site teams.
• Represent the business during external audits and stakeholder visits.
• Observe animal welfare and promptly report any concerns.
• Build strong working relationships with staff and support a positive culture.
• Maintain up-to-date records of visits, reports, and actions.
• Promote biosecurity by adhering to on-farm hygiene protocols (shower-in/shower-out).
• Communicate openly with staff to understand their needs.
• Help resolve day-to-day issues impacting welfare and compliance.
• Collaborate with farm managers, vets, and internal departments to drive high standards.
• Ensure all activity complies with Cranswick policies, assurance schemes (e.g., Red Tractor), and data protection protocols.
• Support, coach, and audit farms to ensure best practices in animal welfare, biosecurity, and sustainability

Skills

Excellent communication

Compliance experience

Animal welfare knowledge

Strong organisational skills

Willingness to travel

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Cranswick PLC is seeking a Welfare & Compliance Advisor to support wellbeing, engagement, and development across pig farming operations. You will ensure supplier approval processes and animal welfare systems meet Cranswick standards and legislative requirements while collaborating with the wider team.

The role requires regular on-site visits and audits, strong communication, and a proactive, empathetic approach to supporting farm staff.