About The Role
Farm Manager – Swale Farm, North Yorkshire.
Working pattern: 6 days out of 7, generally 07:30 – 16:00. Typically you will work 12 days out of a 14‑day period (usually one weekend on, then the next off).
Accommodation on site included.
There are no fixed hours of work but the guidelines are given in line with requirements of rearing the birds and other associated duties on the site, generally 07.30 to 16.00.
Who are we, and what do we do? Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and restaurants. From farms to factory to customer, we manage our entire supply chain—so our career opportunities cover a wide range of roles across the UK. We have major processing sites across England and Wales and a network of over 350 farms spanning North Yorkshire to the South Coast.
Benefits
* £37,206.75
* On‑site accommodation
* 31 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
* 6 % pension contribution
* Life assurance
* Access to wellbeing resources, including online health advice & support
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain optimal environmental conditions and ensure strict biosecurity.
* Oversee egg production and grading to the highest standards.
* Supervise staff and third parties on site, maintaining Health and Safety compliance.
* Uphold all legislative and assurance scheme standards.
* Maintain accurate records (e.g., medication, alarms, production, deliveries).
* Deliver effective cost management on site.
* Ensure consistently high levels of animal welfare and husbandry.
* Support other sites as needed.
Qualifications
* Own transport (essential – travel to other sites may be required).
* Previous livestock experience – poultry preferred, but strong stockmanship is key.
* NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar Agriculture qualification (preferred, but training provided).
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Self‑motivated and capable of working independently.
* Good basic IT skills.
Once you apply, a Resourcing Officer from our Hereford site will be in touch to review your application and answer any questions you may have.
Please note: Due to Bird Welfare regulations, you must not own any avian pets, poultry, or porcine animals.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
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