Assistant Farm Manager - Poultry

Are you ready to take the next step in your poultry career? This is an exciting opportunity to support the running of a newly refurbished broiler breeder site in Somerset.

Whether you're an existing Assistant Farm Manager or a graduate with hands-on poultry experience, this family run farm offers a supportive environment focused on welfare, quality, and work life balance.

The site houses 25,000 birds and has recently undergone a full modernisation, providing excellent facilities and working conditions. You’ll work closely with the Farm Manager and owners to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the farm, maintaining high standards of bird welfare, fertility, and biosecurity.

While experience with broiler breeders is ideal, candidates from broiler or layer backgrounds are encouraged to apply. What matters most is a solid foundation in poultry husbandry, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to take ownership and learn.

This is a hands-on role with a five day working week, designed to support a sustainable work-life balance. You’ll be joining a close-knit, family run team that values doing things properly and investing in its people.

Role Overview

• Assist with daily operations of a 25,000-bird broiler breeder site
• Oversee flock health, fertility, and welfare
• Maintain biosecurity and hygiene protocols
• Support and supervise farm staff
• Deputise for farm manager
• Liaise with vets, nutritionists, and technical advisors
• Report directly to the farm manager

About You

• Experience in broiler breeders preferred
• Poultry experience essential (broiler or layer backgrounds welcome)
• Strong understanding of bird welfare and biosecurity
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• NVQ Level 2 qualified or above
• Right to work in the UK

The Package

• Salary based on experience
• Subsidised accommodation
• Supportive, family-run environment
• Opportunities for training and progression

How do I apply?

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: 01885 485524 (Preferred number) / 07875197231 or e-mail your CV and covering letter To harry.porter@delacyexecutive.co.uk. Thank you.

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