Working Farm Manager

Looking for more than just another Farm Manager role?

This is an opportunity to combine practical farm management with developing and inspiring the next generation entering the agricultural industry.

An established and forward-thinking land based organisation is seeking a Farm Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of its commercial farming and livestock enterprises.

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded business where farming, education and industry engagement work closely together.

The farm plays a central role in supporting practical learning and student development, so the successful individual will need to be equally comfortable managing farming operations and working with people.

Significant investment has been made into the farming operation and its future development, and the business is now looking to appoint a strong working farm manager who can continue building on this progress while creating an excellent working and learning environment.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the overall management of the farm and livestock enterprises, including:

• Overseeing all day-to-day farm operations (arable and livestock)
• Managing livestock enterprises to high technical and welfare standards
• Leading and supporting a small on-farm team
• Working alongside teaching and support staff to facilitate practical training
• Creating a safe, organised and student-focused environment
• Managing budgets, cashflows, compliance, record keeping and grant applications
• Driving strong health & safety standards across the business
• Supporting practical work experience and hands-on learning opportunities
• Representing the farm within the wider agricultural industry

This role requires someone who can balance commercial farming priorities with a positive and supportive approach to working with students and colleagues.

The Person

The business is open-minded on background and level of previous management experience. Attitude, communication skills and leadership potential are just as important as technical ability.

You will ideally have:

• Strong practical farming experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A hands-on and approachable management style
• The ability to build relationships across a range of stakeholders
• Good organisational and planning ability
• A strong understanding of health & safety and animal welfare
• An interest in developing and supporting the next generation entering the industry

Previous experience within a training, education or demonstration farm environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Additional Information

• On-site accommodation available
• A genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of a growing and well-supported farming enterprise

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with me, Hannah, on (phone number removed) or email me (url removed)