Assistant Farm Manager

About the Role

Assistant Farm Manager

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in farming or livestock? Avara Foods is an inclusive, forward-thinking business committed to investing in our farm management. We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team at our laying site in Woolhope. This is a hands on, farm based role, and you will be working in an environment where hygiene and livestock welfare are of utmost importance.

Benefits of Working at Avara Foods

• Up to £31,516.04 per annum
• 28 days holiday
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle perks, including cashback, shopping discounts, and cinema tickets
• Wellbeing resources, including online health advice and assessments
• Free staff parking

Hours of Work

07:30 - 16:00, Average of 5 days out of 7 across 14 days

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain optimum environmental conditions for bird welfare and biosecurity
• Ensure site maintenance and company standards are consistently met
• Supervise staff and third parties, ensuring Health & Safety compliance
• Comply with all legislative and assurance scheme standards
• Maintain accurate records as required by Avara Foods and UK legislation
• Operate the farm within cost effective parameters
• Cover for the Farm Manager when required
• Work across other farm sites as needed
• Report directly to the Farm Manager

What We're Looking For

• Own transport is essential, as travel to other sites may be required
• Previous livestock experience (not necessarily poultry), with strong stockmanship skills
• NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar agriculture qualification desirable (training will be provided)
• Excellent communication and people skillsWillingness to learn and strong self motivation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and carry out manual duties
• Basic IT skills

Important

Due to bird welfare considerations, applicants must not own any avian pets, poultry, or porcine animals.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.