Assistant Farm Manager

Location:

York (YO43)

Salary:

£33,200 per annum

Hours:

Typically 7:00am–5:00pm, on a rota Monday to Sunday —

flexibility with working hours can be discussed with the Farm Manager

Contract:

Permanent, full-time

Start Date:

ASAP CDS Labour are recruiting a reliable and motivated

Assistant Farm Manager

to join an established poultry farming business in the York area. If you have poultry, hatchery, livestock or farming experience and are ready to take the next step, this role offers practical training, support from experienced Farm Managers and the opportunity to develop your management skills. Need some flexibility with your hours?

The Farm Manager is happy to discuss your availability and consider adjustments to working hours, provided the farm's operational needs and bird welfare requirements are met. The Role

You will help manage the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the farm, with bird welfare at the heart of everything you do. Your responsibilities will include: Completing daily husbandry duties and monitoring bird welfare

Supporting vaccinations, bird weighing, catching and collection

Monitoring feeding, watering, heating, lighting and ventilation systems

Maintaining accurate records of birds, feed, treatments and farm activities

Following strict biosecurity, hygiene and sanitation procedures

Monitoring flock performance and reporting concerns

Carrying out basic fault-finding and minor repairs when safe to do so

Keeping poultry houses, farm areas and roadways clean and well maintained

Supporting farm security and receiving authorised visitors

Providing alarm and out-of-hours cover when required

Supporting Farm Managers and completing other farm duties as needed

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in poultry, hatchery, livestock or a similar farming environment

A strong commitment to animal welfare

Knowledge of biosecurity and hygiene standards

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Basic mechanical or technical skills

Good record-keeping and communication skills

Willingness to work a rota, including weekends, with agreed flexibility where possible

Good spoken and written English

A full driving licence and your own transport are essential due to the rural location

Important Biosecurity Requirement

Due to strict biosecurity requirements, applicants must not keep or have contact with other birds outside work, including domestic poultry or caged birds. What's on Offer?

£32,500 annual salary

Flexibility with working hours, subject to discussion and agreement with the Farm Manager

Permanent, full-time employment

Full induction and ongoing training

Support from experienced Farm Managers

Varied, hands-on work with real responsibility

Opportunities to develop your farm-management skills and progress your career

If you have relevant farming or livestock experience, we would love to hear from you.

Let us know your availability and any working-hour requirements when applying. Apply today — immediate start available.

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