Cogent Breeding Ltd
Veterinarian (Livestock)
Job Location
UK, United Kingdom
Job Description
Veterinarian (Livestock)
Salary: £45k - £60k depending on experience
Location: Chester
Package:
Company Vehicle
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm (no on call and limited OOH support required)
Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
Matched Pension Scheme
Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
FREE BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
Employee Discounts
Professional fees & CPD requirements paid for
The Role:
The role will be based out of Beachin Stud home to 200+ high genetic merit beef and dairy stud bulls situated in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. You would be working internally as part of our experienced Production Management Team as our official Deputy Centre Veterinarian with regular updates on the latest genetic advances and technology. You will be providing veterinary advice and support to our dedicated livestock team, the laboratory and distribution teams and work alongside our skilled support staff and genetics team. When away from Beachin you will work with our committed partner farms who are responsible for breeding the next generation of bulls as part of our global genetic breeding programs. You will monitor and advise on their herd health and biosecurity plans, and inspect and test prospective sires for our Stud.
We are seeking a highly professional Veterinarian to join Cogent Breeding to work within our UK Vet team.
This is a unique livestock based role which harnesses specialist bovine health and biosecurity knowledge, it is a team based role with excellent in-house support, working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Training and ongoing support for your role will be provided by the current Company Vet of 20 years.
This role would suit a practicing Livestock or Mixed Practice Vet looking for a change in career direction whilst utilizing your experience and knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
Deputy centre vet supervising responsibilities for Cogent Breeding licensed sites (following comprehensive training and full support from the Centre Vet)
Provide onsite clinical work, fertility exams, biosecurity advice and health test protocols and interpretation as required
Providing technical guidance to colleagues and/or customers in matters of cow health and fertility
Semen certification – export & domestic semen movements and vet support documentation
On farm clinical examinations of new donor sires to include semen assessment where appropriate
Supervision of sire pre-entry process & veterinary liaison with breeder herds as per our protocols. Providing herd health advice to our breeder farms.
Essential Skills:
Veterinary Surgeon Degree and Registered MRCVS
Experience of livestock practice
Ability to work with autonomy to make decisions
Excellent prioritization skills
Positive attitude and desire to learn
Due to location and occasional on farm breeder visits, a full driving license is essential
If you’d like an informal conversation before applying, please email and our Company Vet will give you a call
Location: UK, GB
Posted Date: 11/21/2024
Salary: £45k - £60k depending on experience
Location: Chester
Package:
Company Vehicle
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pm (no on call and limited OOH support required)
Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays
Matched Pension Scheme
Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
FREE BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan
Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years
Employee Discounts
Professional fees & CPD requirements paid for
The Role:
The role will be based out of Beachin Stud home to 200+ high genetic merit beef and dairy stud bulls situated in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. You would be working internally as part of our experienced Production Management Team as our official Deputy Centre Veterinarian with regular updates on the latest genetic advances and technology. You will be providing veterinary advice and support to our dedicated livestock team, the laboratory and distribution teams and work alongside our skilled support staff and genetics team. When away from Beachin you will work with our committed partner farms who are responsible for breeding the next generation of bulls as part of our global genetic breeding programs. You will monitor and advise on their herd health and biosecurity plans, and inspect and test prospective sires for our Stud.
We are seeking a highly professional Veterinarian to join Cogent Breeding to work within our UK Vet team.
This is a unique livestock based role which harnesses specialist bovine health and biosecurity knowledge, it is a team based role with excellent in-house support, working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Training and ongoing support for your role will be provided by the current Company Vet of 20 years.
This role would suit a practicing Livestock or Mixed Practice Vet looking for a change in career direction whilst utilizing your experience and knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
Deputy centre vet supervising responsibilities for Cogent Breeding licensed sites (following comprehensive training and full support from the Centre Vet)
Provide onsite clinical work, fertility exams, biosecurity advice and health test protocols and interpretation as required
Providing technical guidance to colleagues and/or customers in matters of cow health and fertility
Semen certification – export & domestic semen movements and vet support documentation
On farm clinical examinations of new donor sires to include semen assessment where appropriate
Supervision of sire pre-entry process & veterinary liaison with breeder herds as per our protocols. Providing herd health advice to our breeder farms.
Essential Skills:
Veterinary Surgeon Degree and Registered MRCVS
Experience of livestock practice
Ability to work with autonomy to make decisions
Excellent prioritization skills
Positive attitude and desire to learn
Due to location and occasional on farm breeder visits, a full driving license is essential
If you’d like an informal conversation before applying, please email and our Company Vet will give you a call
Location: UK, GB
Posted Date: 11/21/2024
Contact Information
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