Farm Manager

Avara Foods; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

31 days holiday allowance

6% pension contribution

Life assurance

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Avara Foods is recruiting a Farm Manager for Swale Farm in North Yorkshire. You will take day-to-day responsibility for a modern laying farm, overseeing livestock welfare, site management, and team supervision. The role is hands-on, with an emphasis on hygiene and compliance.

We offer on-site accommodation, full training, and a supportive environment with competitive benefits and career development. Working pattern is 6 days out of 7, about 48 hours per week, with a salary of £37,955.95 and

Qualifications

• Own transport is essential; travel to other sites may be required.
• Previous livestock experience, poultry preferred.
• NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar qualification (training provided).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Good basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal environmental conditions and biosecurity.
• Oversee egg production and grading to high standards.
• Supervise staff and third parties on-site, ensuring Health and Safety compliance.
• Maintain records (medication, alarms, production, deliveries).
• Deliver effective cost management on site.
• Uphold animal welfare and husbandry standards.
• Support other sites as needed.

Skills

Livestock experience

Poultry knowledge

Communication skills

IT skills

Self-motivation

Independence

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production

Job description

Farm Manager - Swale Farm, North Yorkshire

Working pattern: 6 days out of 7 - 48 hours per week

Accommodation on site included

About The Role

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:

• £37,955.95
• On-site accommodation
• 31 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
• 6% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Access to wellbeing resources, including online health advice & support

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 Swale Farm site in North Yorkshire, 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

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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