You could start by taking a degree in a relevant subject like:
- science
- maths
- engineering
- environmental health
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
Agricultural inspectors make sure animal welfare regulations are followed in farms and dairies.
£23,000 Starter
to£50,000 Experienced
38 to 40 a week
evenings away from home
You can get into this job through:
You could start by taking a degree in a relevant subject like:
You'll usually need:
To apply directly to become an agricultural inspector, you'll usually need A levels or equivalent, and at least 2 years' relevant work experience, for example in agricultural engineering.
A professional qualification in health and safety would also be useful, for example a course offered through NEBOSH or IOSH.
You're most likely to find jobs with a government-related agency, for instance:
You can find more details about working as an agricultural inspector from Tasty Careers.
You'll need:
For the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), your day-to-day duties could include:
For the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), your day-to-day duties could include:
For food assurance inspection, your day-to-day duties could include checking:
You could work in an office or on a farm.
Your working environment may be noisy and dirty.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
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