Head of Sow Department

Cranswick Country Foods PLC; Brigg; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Brigg is seeking a Head of Sow Department to manage their breeding herd and ensure the highest standards of health and wellbeing for the pigs. The ideal candidate will have experience in livestock management and a keen interest in animal welfare. Responsibilities include team training, maintaining data records, and daily livestock care. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, benefits including a pension scheme, and opportunities for career development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay package

EAP Programme 24/7 helpline

Company pension scheme

Discounted share scheme

Discounts platform access

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a dry sow house is desirable.
• Knowledge of animal welfare and the pig industry is advantageous.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Manage a breeding herd of sow indoor unit for health and wellbeing.
• Train team members.
• Handle daily feeding, vaccinating, and moving livestock.
• Complete and maintain pig data records.

Skills

Experience with livestock

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Job description

Elsham Linc Ltd are based predominantly in Lincolnshire, breeding and rearing pigs to Red Tractor standards. We are part of industry leading food producer Cranswick plc, a progressive FTSE Company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Sow Department at our Grange Farm site. The modern designed farm is a key unit within our pig breeding operation. We are seeking an experienced, dedicated person with a positive attitude to manage a dry sow unit. This is a great opportunity for the right person to join our fast paced ever growing business with a bright future.

Main Duties

• Responsible for a breeding herd of sow indoor unit to ensure health and wellbeing standards are met and exceeded on a 5-week batch system.
• Semen monitoring.
• Responsible for the training of the team.
• Daily duties include feeding, vaccinating, moving and handling.
• Loading and unloading pigs as required.
• Completing and maintaining pig data and records in a timely manner.
• Maintaining the condition and appearance of the farm to high standards.
• Operating farm machinery / equipment.
• Dry Sow House Management.

You will need

• Experience with livestock or an agricultural background is essential.
• Experience in managing a dry sow house is desirable.
• A keen interest in the pig industry and animal welfare is advantageous.
• Ability to prioritise and complete tasks fully with strong attention to detail is a must.
• You must be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to exceed expectations.

Due to the rural location your own transport is necessary.

Pay and benefits

• Full time, 39 hours and overtime, permanent positions available.
• Competitive pay package - dependent on experience.
• The working pattern is Monday to Friday with alternate weekend working.
• EAP Programme 24/7 helpline supporting your health and wellbeing.
• Enrolment onto our company pension scheme.
• Option to join the Cranswick discounted share scheme.
• Access to the Cranswick discounts platform.