Farm Manager – South Gloucestershire
£21.80 per hour
Fixed term contract – Full Time
Key Accountabilities
* Plan and manage the welfare of all animals and birds at the farm through routine and responsive inspection and care, including feeding, cleaning and watering. The postholder is responsible for the health, wellbeing and sustainability of stock on the farm.
1. Provide strong and clear leadership of the farm staff team and volunteers, promoting a positive, supportive and enjoyable environment to work in. Liaise with the Farm Steering Group and staff team, ensuring clear communication and maximising opportunities for service users to be at the heart of decision making processes.
2. To monitor and be responsible for overseeing site security and bio-security measures for the safety of the animals, visiting members of the public, site partners and staff.
3. Accountable for compliance with Government legislation and requirements related to farm management and maintain all required records necessary for good farm practice and management and adhere to the Industry Codes of Practice, Environmental Health recommendations, Defra regulations and other legislation as appropriate. Comply with the farm’s policies, i.e. Health and Safety, Equal opportunities, Environmental, Confidentiality, Child and Young person’s protection policy etc.
4. Carry out basic maintenance of farm buildings, boundaries, grassland ...