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what sort of jobs is there in working as a livestock vet?

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what sort of jobs is there in working as a livestock vet?

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You usually hear that people who work in this sector do not make a lot of money, is this true and if so why?

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You usually hear that people who work in this sector do not make a lot of money, is this true and if so why?

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There are a large variety of jobs in the sector and you could go in at entry level with excellent opportunities for progression or depending on experience and qualifications, you can enter at a higher level and in all cases salaries are reflective of the work carried out. The increased use of technology is also reflected in salaries. You can find out about examples of salaries in different job roles at https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/jobs-overview. It is important to note as well, that some jobs require to work overtime, for example during harvest in agriculture, and there may be other benefits as well in some job roles such as accommodation, use of vehicle etc.

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Lots of people who work in our sector tell us they love the variety of what they do. They say no two days are the same, and there's always something different on offer. So if you're looking for a career that you'll really enjoy, have a look at some of the incredible jobs you could be doing.

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Who are the type of people who go into this sector?

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Who are the type of people who go into this sector?

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There are a variety of different people working in this sector. Although some are office based, the majority of those working in the sector will be based outdoors working in varied weather conditions. We often hear no two days are the same, so some one who likes variety. They can also work alone or as part of team.

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What apprenticeships are there for agricultural? 

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What apprenticeships are there for agricultural? 

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You can find out more about what apprenticeships are available at https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/learning

There is a land-based pre-apprenticeship. This is run by some machinery rings across Scotland including Ringlink and involves a 3 week induction, gaining certificates such as Healthy and Safety, tractor driving etc, followed by a 26 week paid placement.

You could also go straight into doing a Level 2 Agricultural Modern Apprenticeship and progress onto a Level 3 if you decide to. In order to undertake a Modern Apprenticeship, you have to be employed first. If you don't have someone in mind, you can always contact your local training provider who delivers this qualification who may be able to assist.

Check out our employer webinar which took place in January 2021, where you can hear from employers, apprentices and training providers about what is involved and the benefits of doing a modern apprenticeship in agriculture at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bzOp0EVkWg.

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Employers Apprenticeship Webinar - 19th January 2021

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When working with animals its important to not make any sudden movements which may scare them

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how difficult is your job and what's the best part of your work?

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how difficult is your job and what's the best part of your work?

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John, Aquaculture
"My job is definitely challenging but I wouldn't have it any other way. Every day there's new issues and problems to be solved which really gets my head working. As a manager, I'm very fortunate to have a motivated and skilled team to help me along the way. Solving problems and getting a real sense of job satisfaction is the best part."

Scott, Fisheries Management
"The best part of my job has to be looking after clients and guests. Maybe people who have never visited the area before or possibly never even had a fishing rod in their hand. The most difficult part is probably being stuck in the office and paper work when it is such a beautiful day outside."

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How is food like salmon transported to restaurant kitchens?

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How is food like salmon transported to restaurant kitchens?

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Answer pending from our Industry Champions

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What do you love the most about the industry you work in?

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What do you love the most about the industry you work in?

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One thing that we continuously hear, is that no two days are the same. Hear from some of our Industry Champions about what they love about their jobs working in Scotland's land-based, aquaculture and environmental conservation sector

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Where do you think the jobs will be in 5 years time?

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Where do you think the jobs will be in 5 years time?

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Climate change will of course have an impact, making food security even more important. There will be a need to look at how the land is managed and in different ways which require more people 'on site' and connected directly with the work. People may have more than one job, or the jobs themselves will require more ability to flex between roles. Technology will be more embedded, which will make it more important for us to understand the data they produce and how that can help us improve what we do.

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What school subjects do you use the most in your job?

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What school subjects do you use the most in your job?

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People working in the land-based, aquaculture and environmental conservation sector will use a variety of different skills and knowledge throughout theirs careers in this sector. If you're thinking about going into a career in this sector, useful subjects would be things like, english, maths, a science (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics), IT and geography would also be useful. If you're school offers a Rural Skills course, this is a great introduction to our sector too.

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Useful skills in this sector would be ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own, problem solving, technical skills as technology develops, time management and organisation. Find out from some land-based employers about the skills required in careers in our sector, focussed on STEM.

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Employers talking about STEM careers in land-based and aquaculture industries