Livestock Technician Level 3- Nationwide vacancies Bideford, England
Job description
Opportunity information
Advert closing date 05/10/2023
Description
The vacancies are nationwide so we will direct your application depending on the area you put in your application form.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to operationally manage the livestock related tasks on the farm such as animal health and welfare from conception and birth through to the customer; and to support business productivity. The individual will make key decisions on a day-to-day basis to ensure the protection of their own and health and safety of others. This includes ensuring the standards of cross compliance, farm assurance, biosecurity and infrastructure security are met. The Livestock Unit Technician will usually only work with one species. The role will include the safe use and maintenance of farm vehicles, including the equipment used for transporting or producing feed. The individual will be required to understand, record and meet the business Key Performance Indicators that are set out by the employer.
Entry requirements
You will have to show a keen interest in farming as a career choice
At least one year’s agricultural experience
GCSE grades of 4 or above in Maths and English
Training to be provided
1-2-1 teaching and observations; A training specialist will coach, teach, and support the apprentice at the farm on a one to one basis, visiting at regular and agreed intervals.
Face to face teaching as a group; block delivery throughout the year with other apprentices in the area.
The teaching location will be at a central point to those on the apprenticeship in the area.
Tutorials; Apprentices will be offered regular 1-2-1 tutorial time remotely with their specialist trainer.
E-learning; we provide an e learning platform with work and activities for apprentice’s to complete.
As part of the apprenticeship, you will complete: • Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, which is a minimum of 1-day course • City & Guilds Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides Guidance or Lantra Safe use of Pesticides • Level 2 in Safe Use of Veterinary Medicines
Things to consider
The vacancies are nationwide so we will direct your application depending on the area you put in your application form.
Skills required
Array
Future prospects
The broad purpose of the occupation is to operationally manage the livestock related tasks on the farm such as animal health and welfare from conception and birth through to the customer; and to support business productivity. The individual will make key decisions on a day-to-day basis to ensure the protection of their own and health and safety of others. This includes ensuring the standards of cross compliance, farm assurance, biosecurity and infrastructure security are met. The Livestock Unit Technician will usually only work with one species. The role will include the safe use and maintenance of farm vehicles, including the equipment used for transporting or producing feed. The individual will be required to understand, record and meet the business Key Performance Indicators that are set out by the employer.
Bideford, Devon, England, EX39 1NG
