Assistant Farm Manager

Avara Foods Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to ensure high standards of animal welfare at Sandy Bank Farm. This hands-on role involves overseeing bird welfare, supervising staff, and maintaining farm equipment. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and prior livestock experience, with a commitment to continuous training and development. This position offers a competitive starting salary and various benefits, including holiday entitlement and pension contributions.

Benefits

31 days holiday

5% pension contribution

Life assurance

Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Own transport is essential due to site travel requirements.
• Previous livestock experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage manual tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bird welfare and biosecurity.
• Feed, vaccinate, and grade birds.
• Maintain farm site and equipment.
• Supervise staff and contractors.
• Keep accurate records and reports.
• Support the Farm Manager as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamworking skills

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Poultry Production

Job description

Overview

Assistant Farm Manager – Sandy Bank Farm
Salary: £32,925.12 | Location: Sandy Bank Farm | Hours: 6 days/week, 07:30–16:00 (Monday–Sunday)

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in livestock or farming and a desire to grow your career with a forward-thinking company?

We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team at Avara Foods. This is a hands-on, farm-based role where you’ll work closely with the management team to ensure high standards of animal welfare and site performance.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing bird welfare and biosecurity.
• Feeding, vaccinating, and grading birds.
• Maintaining the farm site and equipment.
• Supervising staff and contractors on-site.
• Keeping accurate records and reports.
• Supporting and covering for the Farm Manager as needed.

Qualifications

• Own transport (essential – travel to other sites may be required).
• Previous livestock experience (poultry preferred, but not essential).
• NVQ Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar is desirable (training provided).
• Good communication and teamworking skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage manual tasks.
• Basic IT skills.

Benefits

• £32,925.12 starting salary
• 31 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• 5% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, including retail discounts and cinema offers
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and development

Please note: due to bird welfare regulations, you must not keep poultry, porcine, or avian pets.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to take the next step in your agricultural career? Apply now and join #TheAvaraWay.