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.