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Livestock Person

Job Locations UK-Denbighshire-Ruthin
Job ID
2025-10562
Category
Production
Position Type
Full Time
Reports To
Production Technician

Role Overview

We are recruiting for an important role in our Ruthin site
Reporting to the Livestock manager, you will be responsible for providing the highest levels of care and husbandry to some of the most valuable beef and dairy bulls in the global artificial insemination industry. Your working hours will be 6am until 2pm, finishing 1pm on a Friday. You will be required to work at least one weekend a month.
NOTE - For biosecurity reasons you MUST be livestock-free
 
Salary is £25,000
After you pass your probation you may be eligible to live in one of our properties

You Will

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Daily activities such as feeding/bedding
  • Genetics collection from some of the world’s highest value bulls
  • Clipping/washing bulls for regular Bull parades, photographing and general health care
  • Showcasing our genetics by parading bulls to customers and perspective customers from all over the world.
  • Assisting internal vets and hoof trimmers 
  • Assisting with the routine health testing of bulls to ensure the health and wellbeing of all livestock within the stud, ensuring early detection and treatment
  • Support the movement of bulls into and out of the stud
  • Manage isolation facilities for bulls entering the stud
  • Ensure that records are kept up to date
  • Support the upkeep and maintenance of all equipment used within the stud
  • Ensure all Health and Safety protocols are adhered to as to ensure a safe working environment
  • Advocate biosecurity principles and ensure all visitors on site adhere to the company rules
  • Liaise with other Genus staff throughout the business as the role requires

Requirements

  • Previous experience of working with livestock.
  • Be livestock-free and aware of biosecurity principles
  • Have an interest in and an enthusiasm for the industry
  • Possess excellent communication, organisation and prioritisation skills
  • IT skills would be advantageous

Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

 

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products.  Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.  We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers.

Benefits Overview

Genus offers competitive benefits plans including:

 

  • After you pass your probation you may be eligible to live in one of our properties
  • Pension provided through NFU
  • Cycle to work
  • Technology vouchers
  • We also offer competitive maternity/paternity leave and a company stock purchase plan. 
  • And many discounted retail options in our discount store
  • Health Cash back scheme 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee share plan 
  • Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
  • Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages) 

 

We are constantly evaluating and evolving our offerings to ensure we stay competitive.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

 

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Recruitment Fraud Warning

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

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