Relief Assistant Farm Manager

About the Role

Vaccinator and Relief Assistant Farm Manager - Turkey Division

Based at Islebeck Farm, North Yorkshire, with requirement to work on all Avara turkey farms.

Company Vehicle Provided.

Hours of Work

48 hours per week, working 6 days out of 7 between Monday and Sunday, according to business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Farm Managers with the day-to-day running of turkey farms.
• Carrying out vaccinating duties, which may form a significant part of the role (approximately 3-4 days per week).
• Maintaining optimum environmental conditions to ensure excellent bird welfare and biosecurity.
• Monitoring bird health, performance and welfare standards.
• Ensuring company standards and site maintenance are consistently achieved.
• Supervising colleagues and contractors while promoting Health & Safety compliance.
• Maintaining accurate farm records in line with company procedures and UK legislation.
• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with all assurance schemes and legislative requirements.
• Assisting with labour planning and operational efficiency across multiple sites.
• Providing management cover during annual leave, sickness or business needs.
• Travelling between Yorkshire and Midlands turkey farms as required, including overnight stays.
• Reporting directly to the Area Farm Manager.

What We're Looking For

• Strong stockmanship and a genuine commitment to animal welfare.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is desirable.
• Previous livestock experience, ideally within poultry or turkey production, although other livestock backgrounds will be considered.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Self motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Basic IT skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites throughout Yorkshire and the Midlands.

Benefits of Working at Avara Foods

• Salary of £34,173.12 per annum.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Based at Islebeck farm, North Yorkshire, with travel across Yorkshire and Midlands turkey farms.
• 33 days holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Lifestyle perks, including cashback, shopping discounts and cinema tickets.
• Wellbeing resources, including online health advice and assessments.
• Company training and development opportunities.

Important

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

Terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.