Poultry Stockworker

Full Time, Permanent

Bush Estate

£22,386 per annum (for 41 hrs pw)                                                            Ref: ACF/AHES/001/22

SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.

A Stock Worker position has arisen within the Poultry Unit of SRUC’s Monogastric Science Research Centre, based in Bush Estate, just outside Edinburgh. Working in the Poultry Unit, the successful applicant will take on a role as a Stock Worker in the husbandry of stock, ensuring animal welfare, data recording, building and equipment maintenance, and additional duties as required by Trial Delivery Manager. Some weekend work will be involved.

The successful applicant will need to be able to work independently and as part of the Trial Delivery Team. Good communication skills and previous experience in animal husbandry are essential in this role. Poultry husbandry experience is highly desirable, and SVQ/NVQ qualifications in poultry or animal husbandry would be advantageous, as would certification in tractor/forklift driving skills. A current clean driving licence is essential for this role.

Further details on the requirements of this role can be found in the Job Particulars document, which you must read before applying for this role. This is downloadable when you click the APPLY button.

Closing date: 3^rd July 2022           

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