Laying Farm Manager – Leicestershire - £50,000 + Accommodation

Laying Farm Manager
Laying Farm Manager – Leicestershire - £50,000 + Accommodation

The Job:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Farm Manager to take the lead at a high capacity commercial laying unit housing 125,000+ birds. You’ll be responsible for the day to day operations, bird welfare, team leadership and ensuring consistent egg production that meets commercial and welfare standards.
This is a hands on leadership role that demands a strong understanding of laying hen management, biosecurity and compliance within the poultry industry.

Key Responsibilities:
- Full responsibility for the management of a multi-house laying site
- Ensure optimal bird welfare, productivity, and egg quality
- Lead and manage a small team of stockpersons and support staff
- Maintain rigorous biosecurity, hygiene and compliance with assurance schemes (e.g. Red Tractor, Lion Code)
- Oversee feed management, ventilation, lighting schedules and production performance
- Coordinate with feed suppliers, vet services, and packing centres
- Keep accurate flock and production records, including mortality, feed conversion, egg count and quality
- Monitor and troubleshoot flock health, working closely with the vet as needed
- Manage ordering, budgeting and site maintenance alongside senior management

The Company:
Our client is a forward thinking and well established poultry business with a strong focus on high welfare and sustainable egg production. They operate across multiple sites and invest in modern technology and staff development to maintain top tier standards in the sector.

The Candidate:
- Experienced in managing commercial flocks of 100,000+ birds
- Strong in people management, able to lead and develop a team
- Comfortable with data driven decision-making
- Confident with compliance and audit preparation
- Highly organised with a practical, proactive approach
- Knowledgeable in poultry welfare, disease control, and modern laying systems (enriched cages, colony or free-range)
- Flexible and committed to maintaining high production and welfare standards year round

The Package:
- Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE
- Company vehicle or mileage allowance
- On site accommodation (optional)
- Company pension, training and long-term development opportunities

Please email your CV to Bradley Frost, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, BFrost@agrirs.co.uk.

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