Technical Support Officer - Parkgate, United Kingdom - SRUC Scotland's Rural College

SRUC Scotland's Rural College

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Parkgate, United Kingdom

6 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe.

Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will be to undertake the care and welfare of the horses kept at the Equine Facility at Barony, paying particular attention to their welfare needs.

The facility includes stabling for up to 7 horses, a tackroom and feedstore, an outdoor arena and grazing paddocks.

The facility is used for delivering practical sessions for students undertaking courses within the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, including Equine Studies, Rural Animal Health and VeterinaryNursing.

Duties will include but will not be limited to feeding, watering, grooming, turning out, bringing in and mucking out, maintaining high standards throughout and supervising students undertaking yard duties.

In addition to this the successful applicantwill be required to maintain accurate animal records and communicate any issues arising.

Closing date: 26 February 2023

Benefits / What you will get in return:

Enhanced holidays
Enhanced pension contributions
Cycle to work scheme
RAC Membership
Enhanced family leave
Flexible working patterns
Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development

SRUC Leading the way in Agricultural and Rural Research, Education & Consultancy.

SRUC. A Charitable company limited by guarantee, SC Registered in Scotland No SC103046