Farm Manager (Layers)

The Company

Our client is a well established and respected poultry enterprise operating at scale with a reputation for quality, compliance, and fair management. With over 650,000 birds, a strong on site team, and long serving staff, the business prides itself on maintaining high welfare standards and a supportive working culture.This is an exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role within a successful and stable agricultural business.

What You Will Be Doing

As Farm Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of a large scale poultry farm. Leading a team of nine on the poultry side, you will ensure smooth operations, strong performance, and full compliance with industry standards.Your responsibilities will include:Leading and motivating the team to achieve high standards of animal welfare, productivity, and compliance.Overseeing daily farm activities, including feed, flock health, biosecurity, and production monitoring.Delivering key performance indicators.Ensuring compliance with DEFRA, Lion Code, and audit requirements.Working alongside on site Technical, Admin, Packing, and Workshop teams.Maintaining a positive, fair, and practical working environment across the farm.

What You Need

You don't need to come from a poultry background, strong livestock management experience is also relevant. What matters most is your attitude and work ethic.I am looking for someone who is:Hands on, proactive, and leads by example.Experienced in managing people within a livestock or intensive farming environment.Practical, problem solving, and detail focused.Committed to animal welfare and compliance standards.A confident communicator and team leader.Self motivated, reliable, and able to take ownership of the role.

What Is In It for You

Performance-related bonus based on production and efficiency KPIs.5-bedroom house on site.28 days' holiday including bank holidays.Supportive and fair employer who values long term relationships and commitment.This is a chance to join a stable, well run business where you will be trusted to get on and manage your team with autonomy and respect.

How to Apply

If you are a practical, motivated farm manager (or aspiring manager) looking for your next challenge, I want to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact us for an informal, confidential conversation to learn more about the role.

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