Pig Unit Technical Science Officer

As a key part of the Future Farm, the Pig Technical Science Officer will contribute to high standards of care for the pig unit, including hygiene, fertility, production, nutrition, and general animal husbandry. We are looking for motivated team members, with a willingness to develop new skills.

Previous experience of working with livestock is a requirement for the role, though training will be provided.  

The successful candidate will have:

•    An ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team 

•    An ability to take responsibility for allocated tasks and make sound decisions

•    An ability to learn new skills and motivation to work in a role that involves working with animals’ commitment to ensure the highest standards of livestock health and welfare 

•    Attention to detail and accurate record keeping exceptionally high standards of housekeeping and hygiene

The routine working week is 37 hours over Monday to Sunday, inclusive.  

A rota for out-of-hours work for the livestock sector Technicians is required to cover animal feeding, welfare checks and milking. This will be paid at either time of in lieu or time plus one half.

Accommodation is possibly available, OR local candidates must be able to commute to the campus at TF10.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made by sending a full Curriculum Vitae and supporting statement, which clearly highlights how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, to Jayne Weaver, Recruitment Advisor via email at vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk by no later than midnight on 21 April 2025.  Candidates should ensure that they provide full details of the name, postal address, email address and telephone number of two referees, including present or most recent employer.

Should you require any assistance completing your application, please contact vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk 

This post is unlikely to meet the relevant criteria to allow the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship.  Applications from candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered against the requirements stated in the recruitment documentation. Recruitment decisions will be made in accordance with the UK Visas and Immigration guidance.

Closing Date: 21 Apr 2025

Department: Support Staff

Salary: £28,381 to £30,805 per annum The point of entry will be dependent upon relevant qualifications and experience