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Location

North Yorkshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

About the Role:

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. 

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about agriculture? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in farming or livestock? 

As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to investing in our farm management across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Farm Manager to join our team, based at our Swale Farm, Thirsk

As a Farm Manager, you’ll be working 07:30-16:00     6 days per week – Monday to Sunday 

What will you be doing as a Farm Manager at Avara?

As a Farm Manager, you’ll work closely with the farm management team, taking control of day-to-day farm management. Holding the responsibility for the wellbeing and performance of the flock extending to the overall upkeep and appearance of the site as a whole. 

What will your key responsibilities as a Farm Manager include? 

•Taking control of bird health and welfare at all times.
•To check and weigh stock on a weekly basis. 
•Ensuring all paperwork is in place and “audit ready”.
•Monitoring and maintaining temperatures, feed, bedding, fuel, and water on the site. 
•Manage the farm maintenance programs requesting repairs and upkeep. 
•Leading, motivating and helping to develop farm personnel. 

What you’ll need to be successful: 

•Own transport is essential 
•Previous experience of managing livestock
•Good knowledge of bio security and bird welfare standards
•The ability to build strong working relationships with site and team colleagues. 
•A flexible working approach and self-motivation.
•Excellent numeracy and communication skills. 

The benefits of working for Avara Foods:

As a Farm Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things include the following:

•£30056.67 increasing to £31,638.60 after probation.
•Accommodation on Site
•31 days holiday allowance
•5% pension
•Life assurance
•Various lifestyle benefits, such as cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts from well-known retailers, and discounted cinema tickets!
•Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments.

What happens after you apply for this role?

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at our Hereford site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets, Poultry or Porcine

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

INDHP 

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