At a Glance
- Tasks: Support poultry farm management and ensure bird welfare while covering for staff.
- Company: Family-owned business focused on growth and employee empowerment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 31 days holiday, private medical insurance, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and progress your career in the poultry sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in farm management or assistant roles, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.
Due to staff progression within our business, we have the opportunity to appoint an experienced Relief Poultry Farm Manager to our team to support our various poultry broiler sites in the Brandesburton area of Yorkshire. If you want to become part of a successful growing business and you have the right attitude to progress yourself within the poultry sector and support an established team, then continue reading.
Purpose of the role
The main responsibility of the Relief Farm Manager will be for the covering of Farm Management staff as required including the well-being and performance of the flock. This is an opportunity to progress a career within our broiler production business. You will be assisting as relief cover supporting farms during tipping, catching, days off and holidays. This position will include travelling.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Converse with each Poultry Farm Management team with regards to cover planning.
- Support all parties and employees on the farm, ensuring visitors/contractors comply with company standards as well as Health & Safety and other UK legislation.
- Maintain optimum environmental conditions and ensure bird welfare and biosecurity practices are maintained.
- Maintain accurate records as stipulated by our client & UK legislation.
- Ensuring that high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and husbandry practice are maintained.
- Comply with legislative and assurance scheme standards.
- General duties around the farm including maintaining cleanliness and basic maintenance of the site.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in a Relief Farm Manager position although Assistant Farm Managers with the necessary experience will be considered.
- Proven experience in managing people.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to be self-driven and gain results.
- Able to work with minimal supervision and carry out manual duties.
- Excellent stockmanship skills.
- Bird Husbandry.
- Full UK Driving Licence for a minimum of one year.
- Basic IT skills.
What we are looking for:
- You must be self-motivated, flexible and have a good work ethic.
- You must be able to work well in a team environment and have excellent communication skills.
- Preferably you will have a Poultry Passport / NVQ Level 3 in livestock production.
We offer a competitive salary and continuation of staff training within our business. As a family-owned company, we aim to empower staff members to manage the site, with the guidance from a small, forward-thinking team of managers. 31 days holidays a year. Private Medical Insurance. Other details can be discussed at Interview.
Relief Broiler Farm Manager in Bath employer: EC Drummond
Join our family-owned business in Brandesburton, Yorkshire, where we prioritise employee growth and well-being. As a Relief Broiler Farm Manager, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages progression within the poultry sector, alongside competitive salaries, 31 days of holiday, and private medical insurance. We empower our staff to take charge while providing ongoing training and development opportunities, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
