Lairage Operative

Kepak Group; Portlethen; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meat producer in Scotland is seeking dedicated staff to care for the welfare of livestock in holding areas. The role involves unloading livestock, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring animal welfare standards are met. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to quality practices. This position includes substantial benefits such as a performance bonus, annual leave, and employee discounts. A background in agriculture is an advantage.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Performance Bonus

25% Discount in Butcher Shop

Free Car Parking

Subsidised Canteen

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for livestock and understanding animal welfare.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Agricultural background would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Care for the welfare of livestock in holding areas.
• Unload livestock and maintain accurate records.
• Notify manager of animal welfare issues.

Skills

Animal welfare training

Good communication skills

Ability to work under own initiative

Job description

Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

Role Purpose

Care for the welfare of livestock in the holding areas.

Role Requirements

• Always maintain Animal Welfare
• Unload livestock
• Locate/transfer livestock into designated holding areas
• Maintain accurate records of livestock arrivals
• Notify manager of any animal welfare issues or documentation discrepancies
• Maintain and safely operate tools and equipment
• Deal with animal waste in accordance with processes
• Complete duties within the required timescale
• Work in accordance with animal welfare requirements.
• Any other duties as required by management and within the competency of the post holder.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 6am start, average of 40hrs/week

• Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork
• Passion for Food at forefront of day-to-day performance
• Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
• Responsibility for positive contribution to business
• Team Work across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mile
• Animal welfare training essential
• Good communication skills, English speaking required
• Ability to work under own initiative and respond to welfare issues
• Commitment to good practice and quality products
• Agricultural background would be an advantage

• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation).
• Opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus.
• Pay Grading system- offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role.
• Overtime rate of time and a half applies when you work over 44 hours/week.
• 25% Discount in our Butcher Shop.
• Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
• Subsidised Canteen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day.
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees.
• Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
• Training and Development- we are committed to helping you grow in your career, from structured onboarding, regular training (online and in-person), and clear paths for career progression.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues.