Assistant Farm Manager

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A poultry recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager in Derbyshire. You will run daily operations and ensure high standards of welfare and hygiene in a modern broiler farming operation. The ideal candidate has experience in poultry farming and is skilled in organisation and communication. The package includes a competitive salary, on-site accommodation, and a performance bonus scheme, along with opportunities for ongoing development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On site accommodation

Performance bonus scheme

Ongoing career development

Professional support and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a commercial poultry or broiler farming setting.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Flexible and committed with a strong focus on animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate livestock, feed, and stock records.
• Assist with ordering and stock control of essential supplies.
• Supervise and train Farm Assistants.
• Deputise for the Farm Manager during absence.
• Maintain site standards in biosecurity, hygiene, and environmental management.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Skills

Strong organisational and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive approach

Computer literate

Decision-making abilities

Focus on animal welfare and biosecurity

Education

Poultry Passport Level 2 or 3, or willingness to complete training

Job description

Assistant Farm Manager – Broiler Poultry – Derbyshire – Competitive Salary + Accommodation + Performance Bonus

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join a modern broiler farming operation in Derbyshire. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will play a key role in running daily operations and ensuring high standards of welfare, hygiene, productivity, and site presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate livestock, feed, and stock records
• Assist with ordering and stock control of essential supplies
• Supervise and train Farm Assistants
• Deputise for the Farm Manager during absence, including emergency call out cover
• Maintain site standards in biosecurity, hygiene, and environmental management
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and welfare regulations

The Company

A well established, forward‑thinking poultry business committed to sustainable production and high animal welfare standards. The company offers modern facilities, strong operational support, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

The Candidate

• Previous experience within a commercial poultry or broiler farming setting
• Poultry Passport Level 2 or 3, or willingness to complete training
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast‑paced environment
• Computer literate with sound decision‑making abilities
• Flexible and committed with a strong focus on animal welfare and biosecurity

The Package

• Competitive salary
• On site accommodation
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Ongoing career development and industry‑recognised training
• Professional support and growth opportunities

Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].