Job Details: Cobb Europe Ltd. is part of a global network of facilities within the Cobb Vantress Inc group of companies. We make quality protein accessible, healthy and affordable worldwide. Our research and technology innovates the global poultry industry. With headquarters in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, we are the world’s oldest pedigree broiler breeding company. Cobb has grown into one of the world’s leading suppliers of broiler breeding stock with distribution into over 120 countries. Cobb has contributed to the dynamic efficiency and growth of an industry that has transformed chicken into an economically affordable healthy protein source for many of the over 7 billion people in the world. Cobb Europe has many facilities across the Europe, Middle East, & Africa (EMEA) markets. With offices in both Colchester in the United Kingdom and Boxmeer in the Netherlands. We are looking for a Facilities Manager to manage our farm in Bawdeswell. The farm has a total of 9 people. 1 Facility Manager, 1 Team Lead and 7 Poultry Caretakers. The new Manager and will work closely with the Area Manager to ensure that to ensure all production objectives are met, Main responsibilities Day to day management of the Farm Hands on management of the Farm being actively involved in Production (ie around 80% of time spent in Production Sheds) Manage working hours, authorizing and processing of timesheets Team Member Performance Management, including completion of probation periods, annual reviews and disciplinary processes Organise and lead Team meetings Authorise Holiday and ensure planned manpower Onboarding and training of all new starters to the team. Leading the team in Biosecurity, Welfare & H&S Undertaking monthly training topics with team members. Ordering supplies, stock management, Cost management Disinfectants and vaccines Controlling costs for general supplies Ongoing Projects Drive continual improvement through efficiencies and innovation. Development and training of team members (relating to their roles) Additional Responsibilities and Projects Managing cost control, developing and maintaining agreed budgets Leading in Health and Safety and Quality Control Implementing company policies and procedures About you You are able to plan activities to ensure delivery of targets through optimum staffing levels, productivity and commitment from the team. You coach and mentor your team so they understand what is required of them at all times You understand the needs of the business and are able to set the priorities to support these. You have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Understanding of the operation and structure of a Livestock breeding company Ability to achieve continuous improvement and development. Two years’ experience in management gained within a comparable environment and at an appropriate level. Salary and benefits Salary: competitive based on market, professional experience and qualifications 24 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays and days at Christmas and New Year (pro-rated). Pension scheme membership Life insurance Group income protection scheme Private Medical Insurance Employee assistance programme Employee Discount Scheme Working hours The hours for this role are 37.5 per week. Additional Information Candidates cannot hold any avian species at home. Company: Cobb Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.