Role Overview
We are looking for someone to join our Vet team
You'll have a large product development focus and as such the key to your success will be the relationship you have with both the Product Development Team (PDV) (for beef and dairy) and also the rearing unit team.
You'll need good people & communication skills, attention to detail and an enthusiasm for the industry.
You will provide administrative and practical support to the Vet Team and facilitate key relationships within the vet team, the wider Genus team and to other relevant stakeholders.
You will work closely with the rearing unit team and provide administrative and practical support to that team. You will be expected to keep up to date with the legislation relevant to your role.
You Will
Birth, Pedigree & Other Registrations
- Responsible for entering and maintaining all calves details
- Ensure all calves born at Genus sites are birth registered on BCMS & Agriwebb.
Work closely with the Health & Testing Co-ordinator on where animals are and what is needed before they enter a stud
Tissue sampling calves & DNA admin
- Coordinate tissue sampling with livestock teams
- Ensure all Beef calves animals have a sample taken for genotyping
- Second sample taken for T15 genetic defects and wagyus need a sample sent for registration.
- Organise a sample at GYW pre-moving off to be taken for double verification
- Regular sample audits to ensure all required samples have been taken and if they have been missed organise for them to be taken and sent off
- Organise DNA samples that come from Denovo cooperator herds and send them off for the relevant testing
- When Denovo keeps are identified organise further tissue samples to be taken
- Create submission forms & send samples off including all relevant information for that animal. Package samples correctly in keeping with EU and US compliances for ABP shipping.
- Send results and info to the PDV team.
Update relevant spreadsheets and systems with results.
Rearing Unit & Embryo programme admin support
- Agriwebb - all movements on & off, all births, deaths, staff training to ensure all information needed is received & day to day on site use of agriwebb is maintained & accurate
- BCMS movements
- Regular passport monitoring & audits
- Weekly vet list – vaccinations & health testing & practical support on vet days
- Ordering ear tags for calves including BVD tissue tags, eid tags, etc
- Updating any systems of spreadsheets as required by the vet team or rearing unit manager
Assist in recording embryo information relevant to the calves and for feedback to the beef & dairy teams and other stakeholders
Centre Associated Isolation (CAI)/Pre-Entry Quarantine (PEQ) & Bull Licences
- Co-ordinate with the Health & Movement Co-ordinator the movement of selected animals into CAI/PEQ
Work with the Health & Movement Co-ordinator to organise B1ds (pre-entry quarantine testing) for both CAI at Ruthin & PEQ at Whenby
Glan Y Wern Site
- Support the GN team with routine jobs such as feeding/bedding/treating youngstock and recipient heifers
- Perform daily tractor and machinery work (bedding, feeding, mucking out) and ensure the servicing and upkeep of machinery on site.
- Maintain a high level of hygiene and cleanliness including mucking out/washing livestock areas and equipment
- Assist with calving recipient heifers and caring for neonatal calves ensuring colostrum feeding protocols are followed giving the calves the best start.
- Carry out all site-specific vaccination and health testing protocols on all livestock on site
Continually strive to improve animal health and welfare by discussing and implementing new ideas/protocols
Requirements
- Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites as required
- GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications)
- Full UK driving licence
- Enthusiasm and knowledge of the industry
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness to learn and develop knowledge across all areas of the business
Business Overview
ABS - is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products. Marketed in more than 70 countries, 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 R&D function and an international distribution network.
We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers.
IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.
We were born to challenge standards. Since the beginning, innovation has been part of our DNA. From co-development of the first semen tank, to the recent ground-breaking launch of our innovative Sexcel® sexed genetics product, we have made our mark in the bovine genetics industry.
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 sustainably nourish the world.
Our Values
- Collaborate as One Team
- Create Value for Customers
- Innovate with Purpose
- Never stop improving
DEI
Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.
Tackling climate change:
- Monitor and identify goals for the reduction of our GHG emissions from our own operations.
- Drive porcine and bovine genetic improvements which support productivity gains and improve feed efficiency, enabling a reduction in the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of milk or meat produced
- Identify facility and other opportunities for reductions in GHG emissions, consistent with our goals
- Partner and advocate for policies that advance positive climate goals and identified United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Benefits Overview
- Performance related bonus
- 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
- Pension
- Health Cash back scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee share plan
- Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable)
- 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)
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, colour, 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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