Rearing Farm Manager

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

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment agency seeking a Poultry Farm Manager to oversee operations at two pullet rearing sites. Key responsibilities include ensuring welfare and biosecurity standards, managing flock health, and leading staff development. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in poultry management, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A competitive salary of £35,000–£45,000 plus accommodation allowance and other benefits are offered.

Benefits

Accommodation allowance

Company vehicle

Performance related bonus

Private medical insurance

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Coaching and supporting colleagues

Self-motivated

Job description

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

The Job

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

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