Our client seeks a dedicated Assistant Farm Manager to take responsibility for their poultry farm in the South West. This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding and reputable business. The site has recently undergone expansion with two new sheds and now houses up to 125,000 birds. The farm is currently on a Freedom Food Contract. This is a dynamic and progressive business and the opportunity will suit somebody who is equally dynamic and progressive.
The successful candidate will be assisting the day to day management of the farm.
Whilst working alongside the Farm Manager the key responsibilities will include:
Ensuring all requirements of running the farm are met.
Ensuring excellent welfare of livestock.
Maintaining safe working practices.
Assisting with weekly weighing on the sites and other sites as and when time allows.
Assisting with the organising and overseeing contract cleaners and catchers.
Assisting with set up and chick fills on all farms as and when time allows.
Assisting with feed management/ordering.
Assisting with vaccinations of the birds as and when required.
Holiday cover with assistance for the Farm Manager and other team members.
General maintenance.