Lairage Manager / Animal Welfare Officer

Location: Cinderford GL14 2PH

Salary: Competitive

Our client requires a Lairage Manager / Animal Welfare Officer to be based at their Gloucester site, located in Cinderford, Gloucestershire. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of most progressive beef processing groups in the UK and Ireland.

The Role

Reporting to the Production Manager you will be responsible for coordinating operations in the Lairage including animal welfare, receipt of animals, movement of animals, communication with farmers and haulers, organisation of staff and communication with Department staff on site.

For this key position with a strong emphasis on animal welfare they are seeking an individual who has in depth knowledge and experience in handling livestock in particular cattle. The salary package for this role will reflect the importance of the position.

In the main the role will involve working Monday to Friday between 06:30 and 16:30 with up to and including 6 Saturday operations annually between September and December.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum 3 years’ extensive experience working with and handling livestock (Cattle)
• Knowledge of animal welfare standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of motivating and leading the lairage team in a pressured environment
• Ability to work in an efficient and safe manner
• IT literate

Desirable Criteria:

• Animal Welfare Training Certificate
• 3rd level education in an agricultural discipline

To Apply

If you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.