Assistant Farm Manager – Indoor Pig Unit – Worcestershire - £38,000 + Accommodation: 3–4 bedroo[...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable agriculture recruitment firm seeks an experienced Assistant Farm Manager for a modern indoor breeding unit in Worcestershire, UK. The role involves supporting the Farm Manager with daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring high welfare standards. Candidates should have a strong background in pig farming and leadership skills. Accommodation is provided, along with a competitive salary from £32,000 to £38,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Career progression opportunities

Long-term job security

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pig farming is essential.
• Strong knowledge of animal welfare standards required.
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail is critical.

Responsibilities

• Support the Farm Manager in daily operations.
• Supervise staff to maintain high welfare standards.
• Ensure smooth operations in pig husbandry.

Skills

Animal husbandry knowledge

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Assistant Farm Manager – Indoor Pig Unit – Worcestershire

Salary: £38,000 + Accommodation: 3–4 bedroom cottage provided

Job

An opportunity for an experienced livestock professional to step into an Assistant Farm Manager role on a modern 550-sow indoor breeding unit. You will support the Farm Manager in the day-to-day running of the herd, supervising staff, maintaining high welfare standards and ensuring smooth and efficient operations. This is a hands-on position, combining technical pig husbandry with leadership responsibilities.

Company

Our client is a progressive, family run farming enterprise with 12,000 indoor sows across multiple sites in the UK. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and animal welfare, they offer a supportive environment for career growth and long-term development.

Responsibilities

• Support the Farm Manager in day-to-day running of the herd on a 550-sow indoor breeding unit
• Supervise staff and maintain high welfare standards
• Ensure smooth and efficient operations with a hands-on approach to pig husbandry
• Demonstrate leadership responsibilities and contribute to team development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pig farming (breeding herd experience desirable)
• Strong animal husbandry and welfare knowledge
• Leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate staff
• Good organisational and record-keeping ability
• Hands-on approach and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence

Package

• £32,000 – £38,000 salary DOE
• Spacious 3–4 bedroom cottage accommodation included
• Career progression within a modern and growing business
• Long term job security in a forward-thinking farming enterprise

How to apply

Please email your CV to Conor Atay, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, [e-mail].