Assistant Farm Manager

Humber Recruitment are currently resourcing an Assistant Farm Manager for a client of ours based in Ludford on a full-time basis.

The client supplies day-old chicks to chicken farms across Ireland, where it has the largest market share, and UK.  The client currently employs more than 200 people in a number of locations in GB, including its farms spread across the country and its hatcheries in Boston and Wrexham.  They believe in investing in our employees and recognise that the drive, passion and expertise of their teams are key to their continued success.  This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking and exciting business at their state-of-the-art farm in Ludford.

Job Overview

The Assistant Manager’s role is to support the Farm Manager, deputising in their absence and assisting in all aspects of running of the farm.  The job includes working in the chicken houses and egg packing room, ensuring that staff are organised and follow company procedures, that equipment is operating correctly and that the farm administration is kept up to date.  The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in chicken farming and the skills needed to manage the farm effectively, as well as a passion for animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• To deputise for the Farm Manager during his rest days and holidays
• To ensure that the welfare of the birds in our care is protected at all times
• To maintain daily records accurately and report flock performance to the Area Manager
• To assist with compliance with company and industry audit standards

Skills

• Effective time management and personal and team organisation
• A keen eye for detail
• Good team player
• Basic computer skills including the use of email and spreadsheets

Experience and qualifications

• Experience in the poultry industry is essential for this role;
• The role requires NVQ level 3 in poultry and training will be provided if the successful candidate does not hold this qualification.

The client is expanding its farming base and there will be opportunities for career development as they grow.  Make a success of this role and you will be able to progress within the company.  We invite you to apply to join their growing team.

To apply for the position, click the apply button below or at the top of the page and complete the form. For more information on the role, call our team on 01472 729768 and we will be happy to assist. You can visit our jobs page to see our full list of available vacancies.

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