Crown Chicken Ltd (part of Cranswick PLC) is looking for a committed and experienced Farm Manager.
Job Summary
A Farm Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day management of the farm, ensuring that the stock is produced to the highest standard. As Farm Manager you will ensure the site is compliant with all retailer requirements, including Red Tractor Assurance Scheme, and that the farm is audit‑ready at all times.
Location
Sheringham, Thursford, Fakenham, Dereham area
Duties
* Manage the farm to ensure that bird welfare is never compromised.
* Manage and monitor ventilation, heating, feed, water, litter and lighting within the agreed standards, ensuring the highest quality conditions are provided.
* Communicate with the Area Farm Manager ensuring information is provided promptly and accurately.
* Manage and control visitors/contractors on site, ensuring that work is carried out to required specification and quality and in a safe manner.
* Ensure compliance with Red Tractor Assurance Scheme.
* Be on call to attend alarm call‑outs.
What you will need
* Literate / numerate for documentation recording.
* Level 3 Agricultural Apprenticeship, or willingness to achieve this with our support.
* Experience in farming and/or poultry at Manager/Assistant Farm Manager level is desirable.
* Flexible approach to working hours.
Salary and benefits
* Salary: Starting at £33,060, increasing to £35,414 after probation.
* Housing allowance.
* Pension – 3% employer contributions / 5% employee contributions.
* Share of the profits with our discounted share scheme.
* Holiday purchase scheme.
* Death in service insurance.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Access to our 'Feed your Wellbeing' platform with discounts for shop.
Job type
Full‑time, Permanent.
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