Farm Manager – Swale Farm, North Yorkshire
Working Pattern: 6 days out of 7, 07:30–16:00. Usually 12 days in a 14‑day period (one weekend on, one off). Accommodation on site included. There are no fixed hours of work; guidelines are based on bird rearing and associated duties.
About Avara Foods
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. We have major processing sites across England and Wales and a network of over 350 farms ranging from North Yorkshire to the South Coast.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* On-site accommodation
* 31 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
* 6% pension contribution
* Life assurance
* Access to wellbeing resources, including online health advice & support
About the Role
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Farm Manager to take full day‑to‑day responsibility for a modern laying farm at our Swale Farm site. The role is hands‑on, farm‑based, and hygiene‑focused, with a potentially noisy environment.
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 (medication, alarms, production, deliveries).
* Deliver effective cost management on site.
* Ensure consistently high levels of animal welfare and husbandry.
* Support other sites as needed.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
* 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; training provided).
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Self‑motivated and capable of working independently.
* Good basic IT skills.
What Happens Next
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.
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.
If you’re ready to make your mark in a supportive and progressive farming environment, apply today!
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