Barker Ross is currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Waddingham, North Lincolnshire. The company is a modern pig breeder and grower, who have an exciting and rare opportunity for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join their 750 sow farm.
This is a permanent opportunity, working 6:30am-3:30pm Monday's to Thursday's, along with an alternate 3 day weekend (Friday standard day, Saturday and Sunday morning).
The client is offering an annual salary of £32,500-£34,000 depending on experience, a discretionary bonus scheme and an attractive benefits package which includes entry into the company pension scheme, employee discount, free parking and death in service insurance.
We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar position previously within a senior role, or someone who is seeking the next step in their career with a reputable company.
Duties of the role will include:-
· Involvement in all aspects of the farm production, closely supporting the Manager and standing in to the role in their absence
· Working within a progressive team of 6 on a recently developed farm with loose lactation farrowing pens, low ammonia slurry acidification systems and new nursery accommodation
· Oversee the health and welfare of all livestock including feeding, medical treatment, breeding and environmental enrichment
· Monitor animal health closely ensuring timely vaccinations, health checks and disease prevention protocols are followed
· Oversee the preparation and distribution of feed for livestock, ensuring nutritional needs are met at various stages of growth and lactation
· Maintain accurate and detailed records for livestock, including health reports, breeding logs and production metrics
· Any other duties as required by the Farm Manager
This is a great opportunity for an existing Assistant Manager or Head of Department looking for the next step in their career or for an experienced stockperson wanting to take a step into the management team of a diversified family business.
Please apply online in the first instance, send your CV to (url removed) or call Barker Ross Lincoln on (phone number removed) today!
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
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