Farm Manager

Chesterfield Poultry; Chorley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Accommodation

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry is seeking a Farm Manager in Chorley to lead daily broiler production, optimise health and welfare, and maintain high biosecurity.

You will supervise staff, schedule operations, and ensure compliance with food safety and welfare guidelines while coordinating with veterinarians and management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture, or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in broiler production or poultry farm management.
• Strong understanding of broiler nutrition, health, and welfare.
• Leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Basic computer skills for record keeping and reporting.
• Physically able to work in a farm environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day broiler farm operations, including feeding, watering, ventilation, and lighting programs
• Monitor flock health, growth rates, mortality, and feed conversion, taking corrective action as needed
• Implement and maintain strict biosecurity and animal welfare protocols
• Supervise, train, and schedule farm workers
• Ensure proper litter management, house preparation, and clean-out procedures
• Coordinate chick placement, harvesting, and transport activities
• Maintain accurate production records and reports
• Oversee farm equipment, housing, and infrastructure maintenance
• Ensure compliance with food safety, animal welfare, environmental, and company regulations
• Communicate regularly with veterinarians, field technicians, and company management
• Manage inventory of feed, medications, and farm supplies

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Flexibility

Biosecurity awareness

Education

Diploma or degree in Animal Science / Poultry Science / Agriculture

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Farm Manager

Location: Chorley

Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum plus bonus and accommodation.

The Farm Manager - Broiler Production is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a broiler poultry farm to ensure optimal bird health, welfare, productivity, and biosecurity. This role manages farm staff, monitors flock performance, and ensures compliance with company standards, animal welfare guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day broiler farm operations, including feeding, watering, ventilation, and lighting programs
• Monitor flock health, growth rates, mortality, and feed conversion, taking corrective action as needed
• Implement and maintain strict biosecurity and animal welfare protocols
• Supervise, train, and schedule farm workers
• Ensure proper litter management, house preparation, and clean-out procedures
• Coordinate chick placement, harvesting, and transport activities
• Maintain accurate production records and reports
• Oversee farm equipment, housing, and infrastructure maintenance
• Ensure compliance with food safety, animal welfare, environmental, and company regulations
• Communicate regularly with veterinarians, field technicians, and company management
• Manage inventory of feed, medications, and farm supplies

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agriculture, or related field (preferred)
• Proven experience in broiler production or poultry farm management
• Strong understanding of broiler nutrition, health, and welfare
• Leadership and people-management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Basic computer skills for record keeping and reporting
• Physically able to work in a farm environment

Key Skills & Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong observational skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Time management and organizational skills
• Commitment to animal welfare and biosecurity
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Working Conditions

• On-site role in a poultry farm environment
• Exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures
• May require extended hours during critical production periods