Lairage Operative

1. Are you passionate about supporting local communities and helping deliver high-quality, sustainable food?
2. The role involves the safe humans and efficient handling of livestock within the lairage area prior to processing, maintaining high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and health and safety.
3. We offer Weekly Pay, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Access to internal development pathways and apprenticeship opportunities.

Join Our Team: Supporting Farmers, Strengthening the Rural Economy, and Feeding the Nation!

Are you passionate about supporting local communities and helping deliver high-quality, sustainable food? We are one of Europe’s leading food processing companies, and we're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team in Llanybydder!

We are looking for a Lairage Operative to join our existing team at Llanybydder. The role involves the safe humans and efficient handling of livestock within the lairage area prior to processing, maintaining high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and health and safety.

Day Shift; and Back-Shift (1300-2200) roles available

Responsibilities

Your Main Duties will include:

We would love to hear from individuals who are hardworking and enthusiastic.

Your duties will include:

• Receiving and unloading livestock on arrival at the site in accordance with welfare regulations
• Ensure livestock numbers are correct
• Ensuring all appropriate paperwork is completed
• Monitoring livestock for animal welfare issues and taking action if required
• Segregating animals as required
• Moving animals between pens using safe handling techniques
• Maintaining accurate identification and traceability
• Adhering to departmental SOPs and maintaining high standards
• Contributing to the team’s goals and department targets
• Ensuring customer and company specifications are met
• Promotes and maintains excellent health, safety and hygiene standards

Why Work With Us? By joining us, you’re not just taking a job – you're becoming part of a company that values its employees, its local community, and the food we produce. This is a great opportunity to build your career in the food industry and be part of a team that’s making a real difference!

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

We would love to hear from individuals who enjoy working with others, taking pride in doing things properly and feel comfortable following procedures in a regulated environment.

You’ll be someone who

• Follows instructions and work with care and consistency
• Upholds and shares our strong values and supports a positive team culture
• Communicates well
• Works well with others
• Is reliable and hardworking
• Good understanding of animal handling – or willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a demanding environment
• Previous experience working with livestock or in agricultural environment is desirable, not essential

What We Offer:

• Immediate Start – Join us right away and start making a difference from day one
• Weekly Pay – Reliable and fast payments for your hard work.
• Permanent, Full-Time and Part time Positions available – Stability and a long-term career with growth opportunities.
• Free Tea & Coffee – Stay refreshed during your shift.
• PPE Provided – Your safety matters; we supply all necessary protective equipment
• Long-Service Award – We value loyalty and recognize those who stay and grow with us
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Earn rewards for bringing great people into the team
• Progression Routes – Access to internal development pathways and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for well-being and mental health