Location: Spilsby (PE23)
Salary: £32,500 per annumHours: Typically 7:00am–5:00pm, on a rota Monday to Sunday — flexibility with working hours can be discussed with the Farm ManagerContract: Permanent, full-timeStart Date: ASAP
CDS Labour are recruiting a reliable and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join an established poultry farming business in the Boston 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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