Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) - Wiltshire/Somerset border - £45,000 + Accommodation allowance

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run poultry business in the Wiltshire/Somerset border is seeking a Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) to oversee two pullet rearing farms. The successful candidate will be responsible for daily operations, ensuring welfare and biosecurity standards, and leading the farm staff. This hands-on position requires proven poultry management experience and a full UK driving licence. The role offers a competitive salary, accommodation allowance, a company vehicle, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in poultry or livestock management, ideally with pullet rearing experience.
• Reliable, flexible and committed with a strong work ethic.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across two pullet rearing farms.
• Monitor flock health and performance.
• Lead, train and develop farm staff.

Skills

Poultry or livestock management experience

Hands-on approach to farm operations

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork and leadership

Job description

Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) – Wiltshire/Somerset border – £45,000 + Accommodation allowance

An established family‑run poultry business is looking for a Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) to manage two pullet rearing sites as part of its ongoing growth programme. The sites have recently received investment in modern Aviary systems, and this role provides an excellent opportunity to lead operations, maintain high welfare standards, and ensure efficient day‑to‑day management. This is a hands‑on position where you will take responsibility for flock health, environmental management, biosecurity and staff supervision, helping to shape the long‑term success of the rearing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across two pullet rearing farms, ensuring welfare, biosecurity and operational standards are met
• Monitor flock health and performance, taking proactive action where required
• Maintain optimal housing and environmental conditions for flocks
• Keep accurate records to support performance monitoring and reporting
• Lead, train and develop farm staff to ensure consistent high performance
• Implement and uphold industry, legislative and company compliance standards
• Analyse performance data and work with senior management to identify improvements
• Provide cover and support for other sites or team members as needed
• Represent the business positively at local events or industry gatherings

The Candidate

• Proven experience in poultry or livestock management, ideally with pullet rearing experience
• Hands‑on and practical approach to farm operations
• Reliable, flexible and committed with a strong work ethic
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to coach and support colleagues to maintain high standards
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Full UK driving licence required

The Package

• Competitive salary £35,000–£45,000 DOE
• Accommodation allowance for off‑site accommodation
• Company vehicle for travel between sites
• Performance‑related bonus
• Pension contributions
• Private medical insurance scheme
• Training and career development opportunities

Contact

Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].