Assistant Farm Manager - Hands-on Poultry & Livestock Welfare

Avara Foods Limited; Driffield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

5% pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Free staff parking

Job summary

Avara Foods Limited is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager for a busy farm, based at Little Kelk. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, welfare of the birds, and site performance on a modern site.

The role requires poultry experience or a willingness to learn, NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or Agriculture is desirable, and you must have your own transport to travel between sites. A supportive team and structured training are provided.

Qualifications

• Own transport is essential to travel between multiple sites.
• Livestock experience preferred (poultry).
• Strong communication and people skills are required.
• Willingness to learn and self-motivation are important.

Responsibilities

• Oversee welfare and performance of livestock on a modern company farm.
• Maintain high standards of biosecurity and environmental conditions.
• Supervise staff and contractors, ensuring Health & Safety compliance.
• Maintain accurate records in line with UK legislation and company policies.
• Support operations on other farms when needed and cover for the Farm Manager.

Skills

Own transport

Livestock experience

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or Agriculture

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Avara Foods Limited is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager for a busy farm, based at Little Kelk. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, welfare of the birds, and site performance on a modern site.

The role requires poultry experience or a willingness to learn, NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or Agriculture is desirable, and you must have your own transport to travel between sites. A supportive team and structured training are provided.