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Are you passionate about the pig industry, and the desire to share this with the next generation of pig farmers?
Bishop Burton Farm is a fully commercial farm part of Bishop Burton College, consisting of arable, cattle, sheep and a pig enterprise to enhance the experience of our students.
We are seeking an experienced pig unit manager to manage our brand new 300 sow breeding unit on the Bishop Burton College Farm. The chosen candidate, with support from our industry partner, will have full responsibility for the unit overseeing the highest standards of care and welfare of our pigs. On a unit, with state of the art facilities working on a 5-week batch farrowing to weaning system. Previous experience managing a pig breeding enterprise is essential for this role.
The post holder will have the opportunity to have an influence on the future of the pig industry. Therefore, an aptitude to work with young people is required as well as the ability to communicate effectively.
Bishop Burton College/Riseholme College promote equality and diversity ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. It is essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Local Government Pension Scheme. This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Christmas closure days – additional to holiday entitlement
- Free eye tests
If you have any queries please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date 14/04/2024
Interview date 22/04/2024
To apply for this job email your details to rea.azzi@bishopburton.ac.uk