Whenby Livestock Supervisor

Genus plc; Whenby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in England is seeking a Livestock Supervisor to lead operations at their Whenby facility. This role is critical for ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of supervisory experience in animal handling, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and sustainability. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, full training, and a comprehensive L&D program.

Benefits

25 days holidays

Full training provided

Health Cash back scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Employee share plan

Enhanced maternity leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years supervisory experience in animal handling (bovine preferred).
• Proven ability to optimize production and costs using continuous improvement tools.
• Commitment to safety, biosecurity, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage livestock handlers, fostering a culture of safety and engagement.
• Oversee operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory.
• Drive process improvements using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Continuous improvement tools

Tools

Lean

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Job description

Role Overview

Join a global leader in animal genetics and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture. Genus PLC is a FTSE 250 company operating in over 70 countries, pioneering bovine and porcine genetics to transform how we nourish the world. We’re seeking a Livestock Supervisor to lead operations at our Whenby facility, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and operational excellence.

You Will

• Lead and manage livestock handlers, fostering a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory, ensuring KPIs are met.
• Collaborate with veterinary, laboratory, and quality teams to maintain biosecurity and welfare standards.
• Drive process improvements using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Manage documentation and reporting for all barn activities.
• Support sustainable land use, bedding, feed, and crop generation at the facility.
• Develop staff plans, onboarding programs, and training initiatives to build high-performing teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years supervisory experience in animal handling (bovine preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven ability to optimize production and costs using continuous improvement tools.
• Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma preferred.
• Commitment to safety, biosecurity, and sustainability.

Business Overview

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.

Benefits Overview

• 25 days holidays
• Full training provided
• NFU Pension
• Health Cash back scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee share plan
• 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, color, 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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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other