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Foyle Gloucester
Forest Vale Industrial Estate
Forest Vale Road
Cinderford
Gloucestershire
GL14 2PH

Tel: 01594 829906

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Animal Welfare Officer - FG/LM/01/24

Cinderford

Foyle Gloucester requires a Lairage Manager / Animal Welfare Officer to be based at their Foyle 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.

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 we 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.

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

How to apply:

If you believe you have the relevant experience / qualifications / passion and drive to make a success of this position, please do not hesitate to forward your CV with a covering letter to the address in the contact details or email by clicking on Apply Now.

The Company reserves the right to extend the selection criteria to facilitate shortlisting. This vacancy may close early, and interviews undertaken prior to the closing date – this will be dependent on applications received.

Candidates applying for this position need to have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered for this role.