Barker Ross is currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Waddingham, North Lincolnshire. The company is a modern pig breeder and grower, who have an exciting and rare opportunity for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join their 750 sow farm.
This is a permanent opportunity, working 6:30am-3:30pm Monday's to Thursday's, along with an alternate 3 day weekend (Friday standard day, Saturday and Sunday morning).
The client is offering an annual salary of £32,500-£34,000 depending on experience, a discretionary bonus scheme and an attractive benefits package which includes entry into the company pension scheme, employee discount, free parking and death in service insurance.
We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar position previously within a senior role, or someone who is seeking the next step in their career with a reputable company.
Duties of the role will include:-
Involvement in all aspects of the farm production, closely supporting the Manager and standing in to the role in their absence
Working within a progressive team of 6 on a recently developed farm with loose lactation farrowing pens, low ammonia slurry acidification systems and new nursery accommodation
Oversee the health and welfare of all livestock including feeding, medical treatment, breeding and environmental enrichment
Monitor animal health closely ensuring timely vaccinations, health ch...