Lairage Operative
Company
Location
Cornwall
Employment Hours
Full Time
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
Competitive
Job Highlights
- This role involves working with sheep, focusing on animal welfare, handling, and movement, with full training provided—no prior experience required.
- We’re seeking a reliable, hardworking individual with a positive attitude, flexibility in hours, and a commitment to teamwork and company values.
- In return, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities to develop new skills, and the chance to contribute to a fast-paced, welfare-focused team.
Job Requirements/Description
Overview
The role will involve using the computer to book in sheep, handling and movement of sheep, with a strong focus on animal welfare. No previous experience is necessary as all training will be provided, although a good work ethic and strong attendance record is a must. Some flexibility will be required and there is a current call out rota in place which is distributed fairly between the team.
Responsibilities
- Follow and be aware of the departmental Standard Operating Procedures, training will be provided to ensure you are fully up to date with all the current SOPs.
- Maintain the fast-paced environment in line with production needs.
- Work with the manager and team to achieve the department targets.
- Promote and maintain Health, Safety and Hygiene standards in accordance with company rules and regulations.
- Maintain welfare of animals at all times.
The above is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of these positions but aims to give a general overview of the positions.
Qualifications
- Full UK Driving License & Access to a vehicle is preferrable as we are in a rural location with little access to public transport
- Display a positive and proactive attitude towards work and colleagues.
- Work well to meet deadlines.
- Be reliable and hard working.
- Be flexible with hours.
- Will enjoy team work.
- Will be committed to working within the company Mission, Vision & Values.
- Computer literate
- Confident with animals
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