We are looking for an experienced Farm Manager to work in Bristol, South Gloucestershire.

The role will be based at Grimsbury Farm. Initially contracted until 29/09 and then a rolling contract after that.

We are looking for someone to start asap.
You will be working 45 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily welfare programme of all animals and birds at the farm by setting own work priorities and organising an appropriate staff routine of proactive inspection and care, including regular feeding, cleaning and watering, vaccinations and organising routine specialist care such as farrier services.
• Manage and supervise the farm staff and volunteers, directed their work according to the service need and ensuring compliance with safe working practices and the council’s policies, procedures and Code of Conduct
• Be accountable for compliance with Government legislation and requirements related to farm management and maintaining all required records necessary for good farm practice and management
• Facilitate basic maintenance of farm buildings, fences, gates and animal pens for the safety and welfare of the animals and the visiting public

Requirements:

• You will need to be able to drive a tractor
• A formal qualification in farm management and conservation or equivalent, to an NVQ level 3 or higher
• Ability to carry out minor repairs to farm infrastructure including animals shelters, fencing and gates
• Considerable working knowledge of farm animal welfare, farm management and relevant farming techniques
• Experienced in working with farm machinery