Livestock Lairage Operative

Dunbia; Launceston; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunbia Jaspers is hiring a Lairage Operative to support the lairage team in a rural Launceston-area site. Core hours are 1pm–10pm, Sunday to Thursday, with some flexibility. Starting pay is £12.71–£12.95 per hour, with opportunities for progression.

The role involves computer-based booking, animal handling, and adherence to SOPs, health and safety standards, and teamwork. No prior experience required as full training is provided; candidates should have a positive attitude, reliability, and good

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license preferred; rural site with limited public transport.
• Positive, proactive attitude toward work and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, hardworking approach and good attendance.
• Flexibility around working hours and shift patterns.
• Enthusiastic team player with a commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Book in sheep using a computer and support their safe handling and movement.
• Follow SOPs and participate in training to stay up to date.
• Contribute to a fast-paced production environment and meet targets.
• Work closely with the manager and wider team to achieve departmental goals.
• Promote high standards of health, safety and hygiene in line with company rules.
• Maintain welfare of animals at all times and uphold high welfare standards.

Skills

Driving license preferred

Good computer literacy

Teamwork

Reliable and hardworking

Flexible working hours

Attendance-focused

Strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

Join the established and experienced Lairage team at Dunbia Jaspers as a Lairage Operative. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the right attitude to become a valued member of the department. Core working hours are 1pm to 10pm, Sunday to Thursday, with some flexibility required. Starting pay range is £12.71-£12.95 with opportunities to progress.

Responsibilities

In this varied, hands-on role, you will use a computer to book in sheep and support their safe handling and movement, always placing animal welfare at the heart of your work. Previous experience is not required, as full training will be provided. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and an excellent attendance record.

Your role will include:

• Following and maintaining awareness of all departmental Standard Operating Procedures, with training provided to ensure you remain fully up to date with current SOPs.
• Contributing effectively to a fast-paced environment while meeting production needs.
• Working closely with the manager and wider team to achieve departmental targets.
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety and hygiene in line with company rules and regulations.
• Maintaining the welfare of animals at all times, and upholding high welfare standards.

This list is not exhaustive but provides a general overview of the duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are preferable, as the site is in a rural location with limited access to public transport.
• A positive, proactive attitude towards your work and colleagues.
• The ability to work effectively and meet deadlines.
• A reliable, hardworking approach.
• Flexibility around working hours.
• An enthusiastic approach to teamwork.
• A commitment to working in line with the company’s Mission, Vision and Values.
• Good computer literacy.
• Confidence when working with animals.

INDLP

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position