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Dairy Milking Assistant
Ridgeway Research Limited —Lydney
- £14 an hour
- Temporary
- Computer literacy
- Laboratory experience
- In-person
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Dairy Milking Assistant
Ridgeway Research Limited —Lydney
UK driving licence and own transport. An opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Assistant to join the team at Ridgeway Research Ltd to support the delivery of dairy…
£14 an hour
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Dairy Milking Assistant

Ridgeway Research Limited
Lydney

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Job details

Temporary
£14 an hour

Benefits

Casual dress
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Computer literacy
GCSE
Veterinary experience
Laboratory experience
Manual handling

Full job description

Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Assistant to join the team at Ridgeway Research Ltd to support the delivery of dairy-based research studies by assisting with animal husbandry, milking procedures, sample collection, data recording, and general study activities. The role is essential in ensuring high standards of animal welfare, study integrity, and compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

About Us

Ridgeway Research Ltd is a UK Contract Research Organisation within the Animal Health Industry delivering research and development of veterinary products. We specialise in agricultural research and work with a variety of species including cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry.

About the Role

This role is specifically to support a dairy research study and will involve assisting with milking preparation, sample collection activities, and the day-to-day care and monitoring of study animals.

Duties will include:

Preparing animals for milking procedures, including teat cleaning and hygiene preparation
Assisting with milk sample collection in accordance with study protocols
Ensuring high standards of hygiene and biosecurity are maintained
Cleaning and preparation of study and animal areas
Accurate record keeping and completion of required documentation
Assisting with animal handling where required
Working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and study protocols
Supporting Animal Care and Research staff with study-related activities

The role may involve working independently or as part of a small team.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with cattle or other agricultural livestock
Is confident handling animals in a practical environment
Has good attention to detail and can follow written procedures
Is reliable, organised, and able to work independently
Is comfortable working split shifts
Can maintain accurate records and documentation
Is physically fit and comfortable with manual handling

Essential Requirements

Experience working with agricultural animals (cattle preferred)
Ability to work split shifts, including weekends if required
UK driving licence and own transport
Computer literate
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently

Desirable

Animal-based qualification
Experience working with dairy cattle
Experience working within a regulated or research environment
Experience working to SOPs and study protocols

Pay: £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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