Poultry Farm Assistant Manager job (Broilers) - Hampshire
Allen Family Farming Group is seeking an assistant manager on its 6 house, modern, well-invested chicken broiler site in Hampshire (SP11). The successful candidate will support the Farm Manager with the day-to-day management of the farm, ensuring that the stock produced are of the highest standards and meet the required specification in terms of welfare, weight, quality, and cost efficiency.
It is preferred that the candidate will have previous broiler experience; however, extensive training can be given for the right applicant. You will become a valuable member of our team and will assist with all tasks associated with the rearing of the birds from place to clear. The site has a large biomass woodchip boiler which you will become involved with and operates the latest Q Farm control system for monitoring and controlling the houses' ventilation, heating, feeding, and weighing.
This is a rewarding and stable long-term position within a family business for a hands-on and committed individual.
Within the role, you will be required to:
1. Ensure all aspects of running the farm are met.
2. Ensure with the manager the welfare of livestock, feed ordering, ventilation management, vaccination, record keeping, etc. are met.
3. Help to maintain safe work practices of all staff and contractors on site.
The successful candidates should be enthusiastic and have the ability to learn on the job, and you will:
1. Have the ability to work well as part of a small team as well as on your own.
2. NVQ Level 3 in Poultry Production or similar qualification - desirable; however, full training will be given.
3. Possess a practical attitude - be able to carry out manual duties.
4. Have basic computer skills.
5. Be reliable and committed and able to work with minimal supervision.
6. Have a valid UK driving licence.
Remuneration:
1. Competitive package (£30,000 to £35,000) complete with bonuses (based on experience).
2. Pension scheme.
3. Job-related training opportunities.
4. Attractive housing and council tax allowance.
Applying for the Post:
All applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
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