Job Description
WHAT’S THE JOB? Field assessor for the RSPCA Assured Farm assurance scheme WHO’S THE EMPLOYER? An industry-shaping organisation focused on prioritising animal health and care from farm to fork, endorsing and promoting the best standards of animal welfare for UK farming. WHAT’S THE INDUSTRY? Pig or Poultry Production Specialist (with general livestock) HOW WILL I BE REWARDED? This home and field-based role are within a supportive regional team, rewarded with a competitive salary + company car (for work and personal use) + healthcare scheme + generous pension contributions. IT equipment, phone and work clothing are also provided. WHERE IS THE ROLE LOCATED? This role has a special focused interest in the North East & North Yorkshire TELL ME MORE ABOUT THE ROLE. In this exciting and varied role, you will help to set animal welfare standards and improve livestock production across the UK. You will visit RSPCA Assured farms, and any new applicants to the scheme to assess the production systems and help farmers to meet RSPCA welfare standards. You will submit farm reports to support membership in the RSPCA Assured scheme. This is a role that is suited to someone who has keen attention to detail and is comfortable in a practical outdoor farm environment. You will arrange and plan your own workload to fit with your farmers, with occasional team activities and scheme promotional events. WHAT QUALITIES DO I NEED? You should share the animal welfare values and ethics of the RSPCA Assured scheme The ability to work independently and on your own initiative, organising your work routine, with strong organising and recording skills Keen attention to detail, with first-rate communication skills at all levels An agricultural qualification (NVQ level 3 or higher) Two years at least of practical experience in laying hen or similar production systems, particularly in commercial farming operations GCSE English and Math or similar qualifications Availability to travel extensively within your region with a current full driving licence. Working knowledge of the RSPCA Assured scheme and other farm assurance schemes are desirable WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW? Get in touch with us for more details and a confidential one-to-one at giles@jptrett.com or on 07778 599 263. Please note that this is an exclusive recruitment campaign; any direct applications to the RSPCA Assured will be redirected and may delay your application.