Broiler Farm Manager

Yeomans Burleigh is partnering with a well-established, family-run poultry enterprise based just outside Welshpool to recruit a hands-on Broiler Farm Manager. The site comprises 2 sheds producing high-welfare broilers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced poultry stock person or assistant manager looking to step into a full management role on a forward-thinking, well-invested unit set in the rolling countryside of Powys.

Key Responsibilities

Take full day-to-day responsibility for bird health, welfare and performance across all six houses

Oversee ventilation, heating, lighting and feed/water systems, ensuring optimal house environments

Lead, train and motivate a small team of two assistant stock people

Maintain meticulous records for Red Tractor, integrator and DEFRA compliance

Coordinate cleaning, disinfection and turnaround between crops

Manage biosecurity protocols to the highest standard

Liaise with vets, feed reps, hauliers etc

The Ideal Candidate

Proven experience working on a commercial broiler unit (assistant manager or senior stock person level upwards)

Strong stockmanship and a genuine passion for bird welfare

Sound understanding of ventilation systems, ideally familiar with Fancom, Hotraco or similar controllers

Confident managing a small team and leading by example

Good IT and record-keeping skills

Red Tractor familiarity essential; Poultry Passport or equivalent training a plus

Full UK driving licence

Reliable, calm under pressure, and willing to participate in an on-call rota

Accommodation Available