Pig Breeding Technician – Hands-On Welfare & Care

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Scotland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Long term opportunity within a stable?

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists in Scotland is seeking a Farm Stockperson to join a breeding pig unit in the Scottish Borders. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining high animal welfare and production standards as part of a small team.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day care of pigs within a breeding unit, with training provided and opportunities for long-term employment in a stable farming business.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent required.
• Experience with pigs or livestock preferred.
• Ability to keep clear records.
• Willing to train; machinery experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Feeding pigs according to set feed plans.
• Ensuring pigs always have access to fresh water.
• Checking stock daily and reporting health or welfare concerns.
• Administering medication and keeping accurate records.
• Assisting with AI (training can be provided).
• Moving pigs safely in line with farm procedures.
• Monitoring ventilation and shed conditions.
• Assisting with loading and unloading pigs.
• Cleaning out buildings and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Removing manure and soiled bedding.
• Recording mortalities and reporting any issues.
• Supporting general farm and ground maintenance tasks.
• Following health & safety and farm guidelines at all times.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Livestock experience

Record keeping

Teamwork

Hard-working

Education

NVQ Level 2 (Scottish NVQ Level 2) or equivalent

Job description

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists in Scotland is seeking a Farm Stockperson to join a breeding pig unit in the Scottish Borders. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining high animal welfare and production standards as part of a small team.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day care of pigs within a breeding unit, with training provided and opportunities for long-term employment in a stable farming business.