Multi-Site Free Range Poultry Operations Lead

Duncan Farms; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural organization in the UK is seeking a Free Range Poultry Area Manager to support operations across multiple free range farms. This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing daily operations, maintaining high standards of safety and welfare, and leading a team of skilled individuals. The ideal candidate will have extensive poultry production knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility to manage operational demands. The position offers a competitive employment package, including a company vehicle and potential accommodation.

Benefits

Competitive employment package

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

30 days annual leave

Accommodation may be available

Qualifications

• Experienced in poultry production, ideally within free range systems.
• Confident communicator and practical leader.
• Highly competent in stockmanship and biosecurity.
• Commercially aware and solutions-focused.
• Flexible to operational demands, including out-of-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Support and oversee operations across free range laying farms.
• Lead and develop site teams including supervisors.
• Ensure high standard maintenance of equipment and infrastructure.
• Maintain compliance with audits and legal requirements.
• Support data collection and cost control initiatives.

Skills

Poultry production knowledge

People skills

Leadership

Biosecurity standards

Operational flexibility

Job description

A leading agricultural organization in the UK is seeking a Free Range Poultry Area Manager to support operations across multiple free range farms. This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing daily operations, maintaining high standards of safety and welfare, and leading a team of skilled individuals. The ideal candidate will have extensive poultry production knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility to manage operational demands. The position offers a competitive employment package, including a company vehicle and potential accommodation.