Technician - Commercial Livestock

Technician – Commercial Animals

This position as a Technician - Commercial Livestock at Berkshire College of Agriculture, is a fixed-term, term-time only position. This position involves working 24 hours per week on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays 08:00 – 17:00 with a 1-hour unpaid break. 

The main responsibilities of the Technician – Commercial Livestock involve working alongside curriculum and support staff to deliver practical agricultural activities and ensure the welfare of farmed livestock. 

This role requires close collaboration with the Livestock Manager and adherence to high standards of animal welfare in compliance with relevant legislation such as the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and Welfare of Farmed Animals Regulations 2007. The technician will also be involved in maintaining cleanliness in work areas and assisting in educational activities with students.

Key duties for the Technician include daily management of livestock, operation of machinery and vehicles, and maintaining accurate records as directed by the Livestock Manager. The role extends to supporting students in practical sessions, which involves supervision and imparting practical skills pertinent to the livestock industry. 

Additionally, the technician is expected to engage in ongoing professional development and adhere to the college’s policies on health and safety, equality, and safeguarding. This position demands a flexible approach to work, including potential evening and weekend duties, and requires a commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as risk management within the college.