Pig Technical Support (Maternity Cover)

We have a requirement for a person to fulfil the role of Pig Technical Support based GB, on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave. This role involves providing technical support and managing performance trials at our pig performance test house in GB. The ideal candidate will possess a very high level of attention to detail, an ability to work independently in a flexible manner and an ability to collect, collate and report data in a timely manner. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Pigs.

What you'll be doing:

• Running Pig trials on our grower - finisher pig performance house
• Collection and analysis of all performance and feed intake data during trial
• Ensuring the performance house is accurately managed during the trial
• Provide technical and nutritional advice Conducting other technical duties such as literature reviews, best practice benchmarking etc
• Primarily based at the Pig Performance House in GB, flexibility and occasional travel within GB will be required.

• Practical farming experience, Knowledge of pig production would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• An ability to work on own initiative but also to work collaboratively with others; a willingness to go the extra mile in pursuit of successful outcomes
• Computer literate with a strong emphasis on attention to detail and proficient in all Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel
• Numerical accuracy skills and good attention to detail
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and work under tight deadlines
• A strong work ethic and proactive, problem solving attitude
• Ability to work in a farming environment and prepared to occasionally lift to 25kg
• Ability to work flexibly from a time point of view and be adaptable to trial needs
• Full driving licence and access to transport

Desirable Requirements

• Degree level education in an agricultural or animal related degree
• While not essential, familiarity with pig nutrient and feed formulation would be advantageous

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral programme
• Annual leave
• Employee discount
• Bereavement leave
• Life insurance
• Free parking
• Company pension, What we offer:
• 37.5 hours per week
• Salary depending on skills experience
• 5% company matched pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory days in line with local jurisdiction
• Life Assurance
• Training and development opportunities to support your career
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Refer a friend scheme

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme