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Job Title: Poultry Farm Manager wanted for 180,000 Bird Site in Bath, Somerset

We are a family-owned business seeking a Poultry Farm Manager with a proven track record of managing a large-scale poultry farm and an unwavering commitment to bird welfare. As our Farm Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of our 180,000-bird site in Bath, Somerset, and ensuring that our birds are healthy and thriving.

Job Details:

• Job type: Full-time, Permanent
• Location: Bath, Somerset
• Salary: Highly Competitive

Job Description:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the poultry farm operations to ensure bird welfare is prioritised
• Monitor and maintain the highest standards of ventilation, heating, feed, water, litter, and lighting in accordance with agreed standards
• Order necessary supplies for the farm
• Ensure the security of the site is maintained at all times
• Ensure compliance with Red Tractor Assurance Scheme
• Accurately record and document all required data for compliance and in-house data analysis

Skills/Experience Required:

• Proven experience in flock management on a poultry farm
• A strong team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with an assistant manager and communicate remotely with a family team who are based in Shropshire.
• Excellent knowledge of the legislation and auditing requirements of poultry units
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and to order necessary supplies for the farm
• A stickler for detail, cleanliness, and high standards of biosecurity measures
• To be able to efficiently operate a telehandler
• Ability to work independently and carry out manual duties with minimal supervision
• Flexible approach to working hours

Salary and Benefits:

• Ongoing training opportunities with processor Avara
• Highly competitive salary package including, pension, life insurance and bonus based on profit, or an option for profit share.
• On-site 3-bedroom accommodation provided rent-free with council tax paid for by the company

If you are a passionate and experienced Poultry Farm Manager with a strong commitment to bird welfare, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call Paul Parton on 07974021432 for more information and an informal confidential discussion.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Flexitime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• poultry (broiler) management (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 28/04/2023
Expected start date: 19/06/2023