Lairage Operative

Posted Date 21 hours ago(08/05/2026 15:30)
Job ID
2026-5018
Location : Name
Highland Meats
Discipline
Operations
End Dated
20/05/2026
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Locations
UK-Ayrshire-Saltcoats

Overview

We are currently seeking a Lairage Operative to safeguard the livestock. The person will be part of the Lairage team reporting to the Abattoir Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Safeguard the wellbeing of livestock
  • Move livestock to secure holding pens causing minimal stress
  • Keep the abattoir serviced with livestock
  • Keep the lairage facilities clean and tidy
  • Adhere to Company hygiene practices & animal welfare procedures
  • Comply with health & safety rules, to prevent / minimise the risk of accidents
  • Participate in training, in accordance with your personal training plan
  • Carry out any additional duties that may be reasonably requested by the manager

Qualifications

Previous experience in a similar role is beneficial but full training will be given for inexperienced people keen to learn the trade:

  • Good attention to detail
  • Able to use own initiative
  • Good communication skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills
  • Experience with livestock, desirable but not a requirement.

Pay

£12.21 p/h

Shift 

Monday – Friday

6:30am - 3:10pm 

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position. 

 

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