Animal Welfare Officer

Killylea, NIR, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

The Animal Welfare Officer is responsible for safeguarding the health and welfare of our pigs by ensuring that each of our farm units meet their legal obligations, preventing the spread of animal disease and complying with welfare standards.



Key Responsibilities:



Proactive approach to championing best practice Company and legislation Animal Welfare standards within our business



Performing general health checks on stock across the units



Support Farm Manager / Growers on Animal Welfare Standards, seeking to improve and maintain the welfare of stock.



Conduct internal audits/ inspections in adherence to an audit schedule. Ensure any non-conformances, follow up actions are closed off within a timely manner.



Maintain detailed and accurate health and welfare records



Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and promote the work of the organisation



Provide support to the wider Technical Department



Essential:



Animal Care/ Animal Welfare Qualification or equivalent



Previous experience in handling animals



Knowledge of Animal Welfare standards/ legislation



Proficient administration skills



Excellent organisational and communication skills



Self-motivated with a can-do attitude



Full Clean driving licence

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3964219
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Killylea, NIR, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned