At a Glance
- Tasks: Support turkey farming operations and manage livestock across multiple sites.
- Company: Avara Foods, a forward-thinking agricultural business.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, 33 days holiday, and lifestyle perks.
- Other info: Flexible travel across Yorkshire and Midlands with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in animal welfare.
- Qualifications: Experience in livestock management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34173 - 34173 £ per year.
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.
Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for a new challenge?
Do you have experience in livestock management and enjoy working across multiple sites?
Avara Foods is an inclusive, forward‑thinking business committed to investing in our farm management teams.
We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Vaccinator and Relief Assistant Farm Manager to support our turkey farming operations across Yorkshire.
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 holiday
- Life assurance
- Lifestyle perks, including cashback, shopping discounts and cinema tickets
- Wellbeing resources, including online health advice and assessments
- Company training and development opportunities
Terms and conditions apply.
Hours of Work
48 hours per week, working 6 days out of 7 between Monday and Sunday, according to business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide management support and operational cover across our turkey farming sites throughout North Yorkshire and the Midlands.
- Support Farm Managers with the day-to-day running of turkey farms.
- Carry out vaccinating duties, which may form a significant part of the role (approximately 3-4 days per week).
- Maintain optimum environmental conditions to ensure excellent bird welfare and biosecurity.
- Monitor bird health, performance and welfare standards.
- Ensure company standards and site maintenance are consistently achieved.
- Supervise colleagues and contractors while promoting Health & Safety compliance.
- Maintain accurate farm records in line with company procedures and UK legislation.
- Support audits and ensure compliance with all assurance schemes and legislative requirements.
- Assist with labour planning and operational efficiency across multiple sites.
- Provide management cover during annual leave, sickness or business needs.
- Travel between Yorkshire and Midlands turkey farms as required, including overnight stays.
- Report 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.
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.
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