Pig Farm Worker
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,571.40 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 February 2026 |
| Location: | Swaffham, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cranswick Country Foods |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Pay: £28,571.40 - £30,000.00 per year
Job description:
About Wayland Farms:
Wayland Farms Ltd are a pig production company who are passionate about breeding and nurturing the best pigs in the country. We form part of the successful Cranswick Plc., one of the largest food producers in Britain.
Job responsibilities of Pig Stockperson:
· You will be actively involved with all areas of the pig cycle
· You will be based on one of our units
· On a day-to-day basis this includes feeding, moving, and handling the pigs
· You will also maintain the condition and appearance of the farming unit
What you will need:
You must always prioritise and adhere to animal welfare
To be self-motivated, flexible and a great team player
You must be reliable and demonstrate good time keeping
Previous agricultural experience is desirable
Pay and benefits:
· £28571.40 - £30,0000 per annum depending on experience
· Additional bonus potential of up to £1500 per annum (quarterly payments)
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday with alternate weekend work, total of 45 hours per week
Pension – 3% employer contributions/5% employee contributions
Discounted share scheme
Death in service insurance
We recognise that to do a good job, you need good equipment and we invest in quality machinery and tools to help with this
We provide both on and off farm training, increasing your knowledge and experience in all areas of pig farming
Additional leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Gym membership
· Performance bonus
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Interested?:
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to wfl.hr@cranswick.co.uk
Stay up-to-date with future Cranswick vacancies by joining our recruitment mailing list - https://forms.office.com/e/Yvxj2GHSA5
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying.
Job description:
About Wayland Farms:
Wayland Farms Ltd are a pig production company who are passionate about breeding and nurturing the best pigs in the country. We form part of the successful Cranswick Plc., one of the largest food producers in Britain.
Job responsibilities of Pig Stockperson:
· You will be actively involved with all areas of the pig cycle
· You will be based on one of our units
· On a day-to-day basis this includes feeding, moving, and handling the pigs
· You will also maintain the condition and appearance of the farming unit
What you will need:
You must always prioritise and adhere to animal welfare
To be self-motivated, flexible and a great team player
You must be reliable and demonstrate good time keeping
Previous agricultural experience is desirable
Pay and benefits:
· £28571.40 - £30,0000 per annum depending on experience
· Additional bonus potential of up to £1500 per annum (quarterly payments)
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday with alternate weekend work, total of 45 hours per week
Pension – 3% employer contributions/5% employee contributions
Discounted share scheme
Death in service insurance
We recognise that to do a good job, you need good equipment and we invest in quality machinery and tools to help with this
We provide both on and off farm training, increasing your knowledge and experience in all areas of pig farming
Additional leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Gym membership
· Performance bonus
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Interested?:
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to wfl.hr@cranswick.co.uk
Stay up-to-date with future Cranswick vacancies by joining our recruitment mailing list - https://forms.office.com/e/Yvxj2GHSA5
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying.
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