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Location: StradbrokeDepartment: BreedingReporting to: Breeding Farms ManagerAbout the RoleWe are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Breeding Fields Person to support our outdoor breeding farms at Stradbroke.This role acts as the primary point of contact for breeding farmers, ensuring strong communication, consistent standards and high levels of performance across the breeding supply base. You will work closely with farmers, vets and internal stakeholders to drive pig welfare, productivity, biosecurity and compliance, while embedding Pilgrim's Europe values and expectations across all farms.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide management and technical advice to outdoor breeding farms to maximise productivity and efficiencyPlan and carry out farm visits focusing on key production areas including:Gilt managementService and dry sow managementFarrowing performanceDrive improvements in key performance metrics:Pigs per sow per yearTonnes per sow per yearWeaning weightsMonitor herd health, welfare and biosecurity in conjunction with the BQP veterinary teamSet individual farm targets and agree action plans to improve performanceEnsure welfare standards are consistently met and recordedUtilise computerised herd recording systems to identify priorities and improvement actionsEnsure accurate data capture and reportingSupport efficient management of pig production costsEnsure farms meet all required assurance and retailer standards, including:Red TractorRSPCAOutdoor Bred / BQP audit standardsAttend assurance visits and auditsClose out non-conformances within agreed timescalesUnderstand and support additional retailer requirements (e.g. QBA)Act as a liaison between farmers and vets, including oversight of vaccination programmesSupport the Breeding Farms Manager in recruiting new breeding farmers and managing existing contractsEncourage and explore opportunities for new units where appropriateAttend farmer awards, shows and company events as requiredAttend weekly team meetings and OPEX meetingsTake responsibility for actively driving OPEX performanceMaintain required compliance and company trainingLead by example, demonstrating Pilgrim's Europe values and recognising others through the Stars schemeMeasures of SuccessImprovement in farm performance KPIsHigh welfare and biosecurity standards maintainedAssurance compliance achieved and sustainedStrong, positive relationships with breeding farmersOPEX, welfare and performance targets met or exceededWhat We're Looking ForDesirable Skills & ExperiencePractical experience or working knowledge of pig production and animal welfareStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with farmers and stakeholdersOrganised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple prioritiesComfortable working independently and as part of a wider teamCommercial awarenessConfident using IT systems, including Word, Excel and OutlookGood awareness of Health & Safety requirementsBehavioursStrong attention to detailCommitment and reliabilityConfidence to make independent decisionsAbility to challenge appropriately and constructivelyWhy Join Pilgrim's Europe?Be part of a leading European food businessPlay a key role in welfare, productivity and farm standardsWork closely with farmers, vets and internal teamsEnjoy a varied, field-based role with real autonomyBe part of a values-led organisation that recognises and rewards contributionInterested?If you're passionate about pig production, enjoy working with farmers and want to make a real impact on welfare and performance, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to join Pilgrim's Europe as a Breeding Fields Person.JBRP1_UKTJ