About the Role
Assistant Farm Manager
Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in farming or livestock? Avara Foods is an inclusive, forward-thinking business committed to investing in our farm management. We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join our team at our laying site in Woolhope. This is a hands‑on, farm‑based role, and you will be working in an environment where hygiene and livestock welfare are of utmost importance.
Benefits of Working at Avara Foods
- Up to £31,516.04 per annum
- 28 days holiday
- Life assurance
- Lifestyle perks, including cashback, shopping discounts, and cinema tickets
- Wellbeing resources, including online health advice and assessments
- Free staff parking
Hours of Work
07:30 – 16:00, Average of 5 days out of 7 across 14 days
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain optimum environmental conditions for bird welfare and biosecurity
- Ensure site maintenance and company standards are consistently met
- Supervise staff and third parties, ensuring Health & Safety compliance
- Comply with all legislative and assurance scheme standards
- Maintain accurate records as required by Avara Foods and UK legislation
- Operate the farm within cost‑effective parameters
- Cover for the Farm Manager when required
- Work across other farm sites as needed
- Report directly to the Farm Manager
What We’re Looking For
- Own transport is essential, as travel to other sites may be required
- Previous livestock experience (not necessarily poultry), with strong stockmanship skills
- NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar agriculture qualification desirable (training will be provided)
- Excellent communication and people skillsWillingness to learn and strong self‑motivation
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and carry out manual duties
- Basic IT skills
Important
Due to bird welfare considerations, applicants must not own any avian pets, poultry, or porcine animals.
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
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