Farm Quality Assurance Manager

Livestock & Meat Commission; Lisburn; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An agricultural organization in Lisburn is looking for a dedicated Farm Quality Assurance Manager to manage the Farm Quality Assurance Scheme and develop industry initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £38,990, inclusive of benefits such as a pension scheme and hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have experience in quality assurance and strong management skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

20 days annual leave

Sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance within the agricultural sector is preferred.
• BSc degree or equivalent in a relevant field is advantageous.
• Strong communication and management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Farm Quality Assurance Scheme.
• Establish and operate other industry initiatives.
• Oversee an assurance scheme for the supply chain.

Job description

Overview

The Livestock and Meat Commission is seeking to grow our team of dedicated professionals to lead the sustainable development of our £1.7bn beef and sheep meat industry. Join the team and beat the forefront of a dynamic industry-led organisation, proud to work with farmers, processors, industry leaders, key government officials, retailers and consumers to deliver an unrivalled service provision and enhance the marketing of world leading quality, sustainable beef and lamb.

Farm Quality Assurance Manager (Ref 25E)

The Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (FQAS) has been in operation for over 30 years and is a critical tool in marketing beef and lamb produced in Northern Ireland by over 11,000 approved farm businesses.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the FQAS team and manage and develop FQAS in conjunction with the Head of Quality Assurance, in accordance with policy determined by the FQAS Industry Board and LMC Board.
• Facilitate the establishment and operation of other industry initiatives which may arise.
• Help manage an assurance scheme that sits at the heart of the industry's supply chain and sustainable development.

Location and Hours

Location: Lisburn and hybrid

Working Hours: Full time (37.5 hrs per week)

The Package

• Competitive salary up to £38,990
• Inclusive of current employer pension contributions; the LMC benefits package includes: Competitive holiday benefits – 20 days annual leave rising with service (under review)
• 12 public and privilege leave days
• A generous Defined Benefit Pension Scheme – Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (NILGOSC)
• A company sick pay scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements in place

How to apply

Further information on the role and an application form can be downloaded from our website by contacting Karen McCullough.

The Monitoring Officer, Livestock and Meat Commission, Lissue Industrial Estate (East),

1A L issue Walk, LISBURN, BT28 2LU.

Completed applications must be returned to the above email or postal address, marking the email/envelope with the relevant job title. Note: We do not accept covering letters.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 13 October 2025 at 12 noon.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Equality and Diversity

LMC is an Equal Opportunities Employer.