Welfare & Compliance Advisor - Hessle

Cranswick PLC; Hessle; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company vehicle

Travel allowance for site visits

Pension scheme

EAP helpline

Discount platform

Résumé du poste

Cranswick PLC is seeking a Welfare & Compliance Advisor to support wellbeing, engagement, and development across pig farming operations. You will ensure supplier approval processes and animal welfare systems meet Cranswick standards and legislative requirements while collaborating with the wider team.

The role requires regular on-site visits and audits, strong communication, and a proactive, empathetic approach to supporting farm staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a compliance/animal welfare or agricultural role.
• Knowledge of animal welfare standards (e.g., Red Tractor, etc.).
• Ability to work independently with strong organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites and work in a hands-on farm environment.

Responsabilités

• Visit farms regularly to provide guidance and support to site teams.
• Represent the business during external audits and stakeholder visits.
• Observe animal welfare and promptly report any concerns.
• Build strong working relationships with staff and support a positive culture.
• Maintain up-to-date records of visits, reports, and actions.
• Promote biosecurity by adhering to on-farm hygiene protocols (shower-in/shower-out).
• Communicate openly with staff to understand their needs.
• Help resolve day-to-day issues impacting welfare and compliance.
• Collaborate with farm managers, vets, and internal departments to drive high standards.
• Ensure all activity complies with Cranswick policies, assurance schemes (e.g., Red Tractor), and data protection protocols.
• Support, coach, and audit farms to ensure best practices in animal welfare, biosecurity, and sustainability

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Compliance experience

Animal welfare knowledge

Strong organisational skills

Willingness to travel

Full UK Driving Licence

Description du poste

Location: Based in Hessle with travel across Yorkshire, Lincs, Notts & Midlands
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, with flexibility required for travel

About the Role

Cranswick Farming Division is seeking to recruit a dedicated Welfare & Compliance Advisor to support the ongoing wellbeing, engagement, and development of colleagues across our pig farming operations.

The role will be responsible for ensuring supplier approval processes and associated animal welfare systems are delivered and maintained efficiently and effectively, in full compliance with legislative requirements and Cranswick standards, working collaboratively alongside the wider team.

This vital role that focuses on building strong, constructive relationships with on‑farm teams, promoting a positive and supportive working culture, and upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and compliance through regular on‑site visits, audits, and assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit farms regularly to provide guidance and support to site teams
• Represent the business during external audits and stakeholder visits.
• Observe animal welfare and promptly report any concerns
• Build strong working relationships with staff, supporting a positive culture
• Maintain up‑date records of visits, reports, and actions
• Promote biosecurity by adhering strictly to on-farm hygiene protocols (shower-in/shower-out)
• Communicate openly and empathetically with staff to understand their needs
• Help resolve day‑to‑day issues impacting welfare and compliance
• Collaborate with farm managers, vets, and internal departments to drive high standards
• Ensure all activity complies with Cranswick policies, assurance schemes (e.g. Red Tractor), and data protection protocols
• Support, coach, and audit farms to ensure best practices in animal welfare, biosecurity, and sustainability

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent communication and people skills
• Proven experience in a compliance, animal welfare, or agricultural role ideally within a farming, food production, or agri‑business setting
• Strong working knowledge of animal welfare legislation and standards (e.g., Red Tractor, RSPCA Assured, etc.)
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to multi‑task, work to deadlines, prioritise and complete tasks with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience or understanding of farm operations and livestock welfare
• Previous pig farming experience would be highly beneficial, with a good understanding of pig welfare, husbandry practices, and on‑farm operations
• A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting teams
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on, farm‑based environment
• Willingness to travel extensively between sites
• Full UK Driving Licence required
• Competitive salary – dependent on experience
• Company vehicle or travel allowance for site visits
• 24/7 EAP 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
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Opportunities for professional development and progression

Salary to be discussed at the interview stage.

Closing date: 31 st October 2026. Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.