Assistant Farm Manager - Halfacres

About the Role

Who are we, and what do we do? Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory to the customer door, with careers across a wide range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

Are you passionate about agriculture? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in farming or livestock? As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we invest in our farm management across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team at Halfacres site. The role is farm based, so you will be working in a farming environment which can be noisy. Our farms are modern, and hygiene is of utmost importance.

The benefits of working for Avara Foods

As an Assistant Farm Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that include the following:

• £32,925.12
• 31 days holiday allowance increasing to up to 38 days
• 5% pension
• Life assurance
• Various lifestyle benefits, such as cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts from well-known retailers, and discounted cinema tickets
• Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments
• Free staff parking

T's & Cs Apply

Hours of Work

Monday to Sunday, 6 days a week 07:30 - 16:00

What will you be doing as an Assistant Farm Manager at Avara?

As an Assistant Farm Manager, you'll work closely with the farm management team, managing on a day-to-day basis a modern farm. The main responsibility is the wellbeing and performance of the livestock, extending to the upkeep and appearance of the whole site.

What will your key responsibilities include?

• Maintain optimum environmental conditions to ensure bird welfare and biosecurity practices are maintained
• Complete feeding, vaccinating and grading of the birds
• Ensure site maintenance and general Avara Foods standards are met and completed
• Supervise staff and third parties whilst on site, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety procedures
• Comply with legislative and assurance scheme standards
• Maintain accurate records as stipulated by Avara Foods & UK legislation (goods and services received, generator, alarm logs, crop records, medication register, accident book, etc.)
• Operate the farm within effective cost management parameters
• Ensure that high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and husbandry practice are maintained
• Work on other farm sites, as and when needed
• Cover the Farm Manager's absence
• Report to the Farm Manager

What you'll need to be successful

• Own transport is essential - you may be required to travel to different sites
• Previous livestock experience, not necessarily poultry but an excellent stock person
• NVQ/Diploma level 3 in Poultry production or similar Agriculture qualification is desirable but training will be given
• Effective communication and people skills
• Willingness to learn and self-motivation
• Able to work with minimal supervision and carry out manual duties
• Basic IT skills

What happens after you apply for this role?

After you've applied, you'll be contacted by a Resourcing Officer at our Hereford site to discuss your application and CV further. There'll also be a chance to ask questions about the role.

If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets, Poultry or Porcine

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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