YOU MUST ALREADY HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO SPONSOR CANDIDATES FROM OVERSEAS.
We are a fast-growing agricultural business, and were looking for a motivated Assistant Poultry Farm Manager to assist in the running of one of our broiler farms near Craven Arms, Shropshire.
If youre ready to build a long-term future in poultry, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to progress within a dynamic and supportive business. Youll have strong support from senior management and the opportunity to help run the farm.
Our ideal candidate is driven, organised and passionate about bird welfare. Youll play a key role in ensuring excellent crop performance while maintaining high standards across welfare, safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive)
Care for the birds daily checking their housing, feed, water, ventilation and overall welfare
Keep sheds clean, well-maintained and ready for each new flock
Complete simple daily paperwork and keep accurate records
Maintain strong hygiene and biosecurity to protect the birds and the site
Handle birds humanely and remove any that have died
Support and supervise staff and contractors working on the farm
Order essential supplies such as feed and fuel
Carry out basic farm and equipment maintenance
Work closely with your Farm Manager, vets and wider team to maintain strong performance and good welfare
Assist nearby farms when needed
Follow all Health & Safety procedures to keep yourself and others safe
Skills & Personal Qualities
Previous experience in poultry farming (broilers preferred)
Strong understanding of bird care and welfare
Confident in communicating with managers, vets and contractors
Good record-keeping and attention to detail
Reliable, proactive and able to take ownership of the site
Organised and able to manage busy farm routines
Mandatory Requirements
Previous poultry experience
Poultry Passport
Good understanding of bird welfare and compliance
Full UK driving licence
Your own reliable transport
Legal right to work in the UK
Desirable
NVQ in Poultry Production (If you dont have this yet, we will enrol you)
Tractor, telehandler and/or forklift experience or licence
Benefits
Private medical insurance with a leading provider
31 days holiday per year
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Free parking/on-site parking
Full training and ongoing development
Accommodation
Preferably a candidate who resides within 20-25 minutes of the farm but will look at options for those who are further afield.
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