Farm Manager

Avara Foods; Hereford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food business seeks a Farm Manager for Scutt Mill Farm in Hereford. This hands-on role requires overseeing egg production, ensuring animal welfare, and managing staff in a supportive environment. Competitive salary, on-site accommodation, and a commitment to training are included.

Benefits

On-site accommodation

31 days holiday allowance

5% pension contribution

Life assurance

Access to wellbeing resources

Free staff parking

Lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Essential: previous livestock experience - poultry preferred.
• Own transport necessary for travel to other sites.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee egg production and grading to the highest standards.
• Maintain optimal environmental conditions and biosecurity.
• Supervise staff and ensure Health and Safety compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivation

Good basic IT skills

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production

Job description

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About the Role:

Farm Manager - Scutt Mill Farm, Hereford
Salary: from £32,000
Working pattern: 10 days over 14 (Week 1: 6 days, Week 2: 4 days), generally 07:30 - 16:00
Accommodation on site included

You will be required to work 10 days in each 14 day period including weekends, working 6 days in week 1 and 4 days in week 2 of your rotation. There are no fixed hours of work but the guidelines are given in line with requirements of rearing the birds and other associated duties on the site, generally 07.30am to 16.00pm.

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there's a good chance you've enjoyed our products.

Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country's major supermarkets and restaurants. From farms to factory to customer, we manage our entire supply chain-so our career opportunities cover a wide range of roles across the UK.

We have major processing sites across England and Wales and a network of over 350 farms spanning North Yorkshire to the South Coast.

What's in it for you?

As a Farm Manager, you'll join a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment where your contribution is recognised and rewarded. We provide full training and ongoing development, along with a range of great benefits:

• Competitive salary from £32,000
• On-site accommodation
• 31 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
• 5% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Access to wellbeing resources, including online health advice & support
• Free staff parking
• Lifestyle benefits including cashback perks, shopping discounts, and cinema deals

Terms and conditions apply

About the Role

Are you passionate about agriculture? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have livestock experience and a desire to manage your own site?

As a Farm Manager at our Scutt Mill Farm site in Hereford, you'll take full day-to-day responsibility for a modern laying farm. You'll be at the forefront of livestock welfare, site management, and team supervision. The role is hands-on, farm-based, and hygiene-focused, in a potentially noisy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain optimal environmental conditions and ensure strict biosecurity
• Oversee egg production and grading to the highest standards
• Supervise staff and third parties on-site, maintaining Health and Safety compliance
• Uphold all legislative and assurance scheme standards
• Maintain accurate records (e.g., medication, alarms, production, deliveries)
• Deliver effective cost management on site
• Ensure consistently high levels of animal welfare and husbandry
• Support other sites as needed

What you'll need to succeed:

• Own transport (essential - travel to other sites may be required)
• Previous livestock experience - poultry preferred, but strong stockmanship is key
• NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar Agriculture qualification (preferred, but training provided)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Good basic IT skills

What happens next?

Once you apply, a Resourcing Officer from our Hereford site will be in touch to review your application and answer any questions you may have.

If you're ready to make your mark in a supportive and progressive farming environment, apply today!

Please note: Due to Bird Welfare regulations, you must not own any avian pets, poultry, or porcine animals.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

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