Chief Agriculture & Poultry Officer - Leicestershire - £70,000 - £90,000 + Company Vehicle + Fu ...
Posted 4 hours ago by Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd
£70,000 - £90,000 + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Benefits
The Job:A leading UK egg production business operating within an international agricultural group is seeking an experienced senior leader to take responsibility for its UK agricultural and poultry operations. This is a key strategic appointment for a highly capable Chief Agriculture & Poultry Officer to oversee large scale production operations, drive performance and support continued growth, innovation and operational excellence across the business.
Key responsibilities:- Lead and oversee all poultry and agricultural operations across multiple production sites
- Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and long term growth
- Deliver key production KPIs including egg quality, flock performance, mortality rates, feed efficiency, and cost control
- Ensure full compliance with biosecurity, animal welfare, food safety, environmental, and health & safety standards
- Oversee flock health management including vaccination, nutrition, ventilation, and lighting programmes
- Lead, manage, and develop farm managers and operational teams to build a high performance culture
- Analyse production and financial data to identify improvements and drive decision making
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation initiatives
- Lead automation, modernisation, and capital investment projects across operations
- Develop preventative and corrective maintenance strategies across sites
- Maintain strong relationships with vets, nutritionists, auditors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies
A well established UK egg production business operating within a wider international agricultural group. The organisation is focused on high standards of animal welfare, sustainable production, and continuous operational improvement, with ongoing investment in technology, infrastructure and people.
The Candidate:- Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Food Technology, Agribusiness or related field
- Minimum 5 years' experience in poultry, egg production or agricultural operations
- At least 3 years' experience in a senior leadership role managing teams and operations
- Strong experience within large scale commercial farming or production systems
- Strong understanding of biosecurity, welfare standards and production KPIs
- Proven leadership experience with ability to drive change and operational improvement
- Analytical skills with ability to interpret production and financial data
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Willingness to travel regularly between UK sites and internationally when required
- All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for.
- Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
- Salary £70,000 - £90,000 DOE
- Annual performance related bonus
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Long term development and international progression opportunities
- Senior strategic role with significant influence over operational direction
- Dynamic and growing international business environment