Farm Supervisor

Job Description – Laying Farm Supervisor

Location: Poultry Laying Farms, Ivy House Farm Office, Farlesthorpe, Alford
Department: Agriculture
Reports to: Agriculture Manager

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Laying Farm Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day management of multiple laying farms, ensuring the highest standards of bird welfare, biosecurity and egg production.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing farm teams, maintaining compliance with industry standards and driving operational performance across several sites.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the daily operation of multiple laying farms, ensuring excellent standards of bird welfare and flock management.

* Supervise and support farm staff, providing training, guidance and performance management.

* Monitor flock health, production performance and egg quality, taking action where required.

* Ensure feed, water, lighting and environmental controls are maintained to optimise production.

* Manage biosecurity procedures, including disease prevention, pest control and hygiene standards.

* Maintain accurate production, health and compliance records.

* Prepare for and manage external inspections and audits, including DEFRA, BEIC Lion Code, RSPCA Assured and Environmental Permit requirements.

* Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed across all sites.

* Work closely with the Agriculture Manager, vets and nutritionists to maximise flock performance.

* Maintain high standards of housekeeping, site presentation and equipment maintenance.

About You

* Previous experience in a poultry laying farm supervisory or management role.

* Strong knowledge of laying hen welfare, husbandry and commercial egg production.

* Experience managing and motivating farm teams.

* Good understanding of biosecurity, animal health and poultry legislation.

* Experience working with industry audits and compliance standards.

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities.

* A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

* Opportunity to join a well-established agricultural business.

* A varied, hands-on role with responsibility across multiple sites.

* Career development within a growing agriculture team.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits:

* Company car

* Company pension

* Private medical insurance

* Sick pay
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed