Assistant Farm Manager - Northfield in Thirsk

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Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

About the role

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

Benefits of working for Avara Foods

• £ 32,925.12
• 31 days holiday allowance increasing to up to 38 Days
• 5% pension
• Life assurance
• Various lifestyle benefits, such as cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts from well‑known retailers, and discounted cinema tickets!
• Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments.
• Free staff parking
• T\’s & Cs Apply

Hours of work

Monday to Sunday, 6 days a week 07:00 – 16:00

Key responsibilities

• Maintain optimum environmental conditions to ensure bird welfare and biosecurity practices are maintained
• Complete feeding, vaccinating and grading of the birds
• Ensure site maintenance and general Avara Foods standards are met and completed
• Supervise staff and third parties whilst on site, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety procedures
• Comply with legislative and assurance scheme standards
• Maintain accurate records as stipulated by Avara Foods & UK legislation (goods and services received, generator, alarm logs, crop records, medication register, accident book etc.)
• Operate the farm within effective cost management parameters
• Ensure that high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and husbandry practice are maintained
• Work on other farm sites, as and when needed
• Cover the Farm manager’s absence
• Report to the Farm Manager

What you’ll need to be successful

• Own transport is essential – you may be required to travel to different sites
• Previous livestock experience, not necessarily poultry but an excellent stock person
• NVQ/Diploma level 3 in Poultry production or similar Agriculture qualification is desirable but training will be given>
• Need to have effective communication and people skills essential
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and self‑motivation
• Able to work with minimal supervision and carry out manual duties
• Basic IT skills

What happens after you apply for this role?

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at our Hereford site to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role. If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Important

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any avian pets, poultry or porcine.

Equal opportunity statement

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

IndustriesFood Production

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