Boar Technician

Location: Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
Contract Type: Part-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Thursday to Friday, with weekend working (flexibility required)

About the Role

At JSR Genetics Ltd, a subsidiary of Cranswick, we are a leading player in the UK's agricultural sector. We are dedicated to integrating traditional farming practices with modern, sustainable methods. As a Boar Technician, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection of semen from boars, following strict animal welfare and hygiene procedures. You will also help move approximately 200 pigs to and from the collection yard as part of the routine schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect semen from boars in accordance with set protocols
• Assist with preparing and maintaining the collection area
• Move pigs between housing units and the collection yard (requires physical stamina)
• Monitor animal behaviour and welfare throughout the process
• Maintain accurate records of collections and observations
• Clean and disinfect equipment and work areas to ensure high biosecurity standards

About You

• Experience working with livestock (pigs preferred but not essential)
• Confidence working around large animals
• Good physical fitness - the role involves strenuous manual tasks
• Ability to follow procedures with attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Death in service insurance
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
• Eligibility for the Cranswick Share Save scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Comprehensive on and off-farm training to enhance your expertise in all aspects of pig farming
• All company workwear and showering facilities provided

A full job description is available upon request. Salary between £27378 and £31231, depending on experience.

To apply, please submit your covering letter and CV to: [email protected]

Closing date 1st of October, 2026. Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.