Poultry Farm Manager

Agricultural and Farming Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment service seeks a skilled Farm Manager to oversee the daily operations of a poultry farm. The role involves managing bird welfare, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and an NVQ Level 3 in Poultry, with strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in poultry farming and play a vital role in boosting production and maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Recent experience as a Poultry Farm Manager.
• Good team leadership skills, able to work under pressure, flexible approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the poultry farm.
• Ensure the highest standards of bird welfare are always achieved.
• Maintain flock performance and maximize egg production.
• Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment.
• Plan activities for trainee staff, mentoring and monitoring them.
• Ensure farm activities comply with government regulations and accreditation scheme requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Poultry or equivalent qualification

Job description

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As the Farm Manager you will be responsible for the day to day running of the site.

This is a very "hands on" position where you will be expected to get involved with all aspects of the farm.

You will be responsible for everything from the rearing and laying units, the sites record keeping and audits, the ordering of feed, bird movements on, off and within the site, the welfare of the birds, the farm staff and the collection of the eggs from the site.

The ability to delegate and manage staff is essential whilst still being able to effectively carry out any job required.

Key Responsibilities:
You will…

Ensure the highest standards of bird welfare are always achieved.

Maintain flock performance and maximise egg production for the unit.

Be responsible for the day to day running of the poultry farm.

Ensure bird welfare, health and safety, optimum hygiene and catching standards are all met and maintained, including liaising with vets.

Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment.

Plan activities for trainee staff, mentoring and monitoring them.

Make sure that your team understands their roles and responsibilities.

Manage and develop your team.

Understand the implications of the weather and make contingency plans.

Understand and ensure that the farm activities comply with government regulations and accreditation scheme requirements.

Ensure the farm is always audit ready.

Maintain a working knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them.

Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate.

Protect the environment and maintaining biodiversity.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:
You will have / be…

Recent experience in a Poultry Farm Manager role.

NVQ Level 3 in Poultry - or equivalent qualification.

Good team leadership skills, able to work under pressure, flexible approach.

Excellent communication and organisational skills.

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