Poultry Farm Manager Bath, England
Job description
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
