Livestock Care & Farm Equipment Operator

NICS; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Northern Ireland seeks a full-time post holder for its Animal Services Unit. The role involves maintaining livestock welfare, operating various farm equipment, and assisting in scientific procedures. Applicants must have GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent, along with experience working with livestock and operating tractors. Weekend and overtime work may be required. The closing date for applications is the 28th of November 2025.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience of working with livestock.
• Experience in operating and driving tractors and machinery in a farming environment.
• Full valid UK driving licence for manual vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high welfare standards for livestock.
• Conduct daily checks and operate farm equipment.
• Assist scientific staff with livestock handling.

Skills

Experience with livestock

Tractor operation

PPE knowledge

Education

2 GCSEs including English Language and Maths

Recognised level 2 in agriculture or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

PTO shaft driven machinery

Job description

A government agency in Northern Ireland seeks a full-time post holder for its Animal Services Unit. The role involves maintaining livestock welfare, operating various farm equipment, and assisting in scientific procedures. Applicants must have GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent, along with experience working with livestock and operating tractors. Weekend and overtime work may be required. The closing date for applications is the 28th of November 2025.