Broiler Farm Manager: Lead, Optimize Welfare & Performance

Pilgrim'S Europe; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

Performance related bonus

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Broiler Farm Manager to take full day-to-day responsibility for a modern broiler farm on the North Coast of Northern Ireland.

You will lead a small, hands-on team, oversee all production operations and welfare standards, and drive operational excellence with a focus on bird health and safety. A driving licence is essential, and accommodation could be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in poultry or agricultural sector and proven leadership.
• Strong supervisory and coaching ability with a track record of developing staff.
• Solid decision-making, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day broiler farm operations and husbandry activities.
• Monitor ventilation, heating, feeding, watering, and lighting to maintain optimal conditions.
• Maintain bird welfare, biosecurity and hygiene standards at all times.
• Keep accurate farm records on bird performance, feed, stock and suppliers.
• Liaise with internal departments to communicate weights, stock numbers and production data.
• Lead and develop a small farm team with coaching and regular performance reviews.
• Champion health and safety practices for all on site.
• Take responsibility for farm security and estate management.
• Identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency.
• Ensure operations stay within budgets and financial targets.

Skills

Poultry production

Team leadership

Biosecurity

Record keeping

Budget management

Education

NVQ in Poultry Production

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Broiler Farm Manager to take full day-to-day responsibility for a modern broiler farm on the North Coast of Northern Ireland.

You will lead a small, hands-on team, oversee all production operations and welfare standards, and drive operational excellence with a focus on bird health and safety. A driving licence is essential, and accommodation could be provided.