Multi-Site Farm Operations Manager. Job in Chapel St. Leonards LilyLifestyle Jobs

The Farm Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, performance, and welfare standards across multiple farms. This role ensures excellent flock management, consistent produce production, and high-quality operational practice while upholding strict confidentiality regarding company processes, sites, and production systems.

The post holder will manage staff, oversee day-to-day farming activities, maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards, and drive continuous improvement in biosecurity, animal welfare, and production efficiency.

• Operational Leadership & Farm Management: Oversee daily operations across multiple farms, ensuring optimal flock health, welfare, and productivity. Conduct routine checks on feed, water, lighting, and environmental conditions to maintain flock performance. Ensure collectors complete accurate daily records, including correct pallet labelling and production logs. Manage litter, enrichment, and environmental standards to promote welfare and behavioural needs. Implement and maintain high-quality farm operating procedures that support maximum production efficiency. Monitor production data, identify trends, and initiate corrective actions where needed.
• People Management & Team Development: Lead, motivate, and supervise workers across multiple sites, fostering a positive and productive work culture. Develop staff capability through structured training, coaching, and on-the-job development. Manage rotas, task allocation, and staffing levels to meet operational requirements. Conduct performance reviews and address training needs, ensuring consistent standards of work. Ensure all staff follow company protocols relating to hygiene, PPE, welfare, and safe working practices. Reinforce confidentiality expectations and ensure all employees adhere to company privacy policies.
• Flock Health, Biosecurity & Welfare: Implement robust biosecurity protocols, including wheel-wash, foot-dip, visitor controls, and hygiene procedures. Conduct daily flock health checks and elevate issues such as changes in mortality, produce production, or water intake. Complete routine health monitoring tasks including blood sampling, swabbing, and weighing pullets. Work closely with the agricultural team and veterinary support to coordinate preventative and responsive flock care. Maintain secure, accurate, and confidential health and treatment records.
• Feed & Nutrition Management: Monitor feed usage and ensure accurate forecasting and inventory control. Work with nutrition specialists to adjust diet plans based on flock behaviour, health, and production data. Ensure feed systems are maintained, functional, and free from contamination.
• Regulatory Compliance & Assurance: Ensure full compliance with animal welfare, food safety, environmental, and biosecurity regulations. Maintain accurate records for inspections and assurance audits, ensuring strict confidentiality. Prepare for and manage external audits, including regulatory bodies (e.g., DEFRA), industry codes (e.g., BEIC Lion Code), and welfare schemes (e.g., RSPCA Assured / Freedom Food).
• Facility & Equipment Management: Oversee the maintenance and repair of buildings, plant, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. Coordinate specialised repairs with internal teams or external contractors. Maintain secure access to sites and protect confidential information relating to layouts, systems, and processes. Ensure all facilities meet regulatory and internal safety standards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person