We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Farm Manager within our Breeder Team.
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Are you passionate about poultry farming and ready to take the next step in your agricultural career? Were looking for a proactive and dedicated Assistant Farm Manager to support the full operational performance of our breeder laying farm.
Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will help ensure the farm runs to the highest standards, supporting bird welfare, productivity, compliance, and staff supervision.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with hands-on poultry experience looking to develop into a leadership role.
About the Role As Assistant Farm Manager, you will: Support the Farm Manager in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations to maximise flock performance.
Assist with and complete all daily routines, including flock checks, egg collection, environment control, and record keeping.
Help supervise a small team, providing guidance, direction, and ensuring safe working practices at all times.
Take responsibility for full relief cover when the Farm Manager is on holiday or during alternate weekends.
Cover all farm operations during relief periods, including managing staff, completing all production and welfare records, and monitoring/acting on alarm systems .
Maintain the highest standards of bird welfare, hygiene, and biosecurity .
Contribute to continuous improvement and help achieve production/egg quality targets.
What Were Looking For Essential: Previous poultry or livestock experience, ideally in layers or breeders.
Ability to lead, supervise and motivate small teams.
Strong commitment to bird welfare and farm standards.
Willingness to work weekends on a rota and provide full relief cover.
Good organisational and communication skills.
A proactive, hands-on approach.
Desirable: Experience in breeder or laying farm operations.
Previous supervisory experience. xjlbheb
Knowledge of automated farm systems.
Hours: 48 hours per week Location: Martin Moor, Lincolnshire Reports to: Farm Management Team Welfare Focus: Bird welfare and biosecurity are paramount