Farm Manager | On-Site Accommodation | North Yorkshire Poultry

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

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