Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Company

Noble Foods is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic.

In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry. 

What are we looking for?

We believe the most successful teams are formed from a diverse talent pool and we strive to employ a wide variety of individuals in our business, selecting the best qualified person for each role regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristics.

Reports to: Farm Manager

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Assistant Farm Manager to support the daily operations of our egg-laying poultry farm. The ideal candidate will assist in managing livestock, supervising staff, maintaining biosecurity standards, and ensuring optimal egg production. This role requires hands-on involvement, attention to detail, and a passion for animal welfare and sustainable farming practices.

Key Accountabilities of the role – IT: What I do

(The below is not exhaustive)

Livestock Management:

• Monitor the health and welfare of laying hens.
• Assist with feeding, watering, and egg collection routines.
• Identify and report signs of illness or distress in birds.

Production Oversight:

• Monitor egg quality, quantity, and grading.
• Maintain accurate records of production metrics.

Staff Supervision:

• Assist in training and supervising farm workers.
• Ensure adherence to safety and hygiene protocols.
• Coordinate daily tasks and shift schedules.

Facility Maintenance:

• Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of poultry houses.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly (feeders, waterers, lighting).
• Support repairs and upgrades as needed.

Biosecurity & Compliance:

• Enforce biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations and farm policies.
• Maintain documentation for audits and inspections.

Inventory & Supplies:

• Monitor feed, medication, and equipment inventory.
• Assist with ordering and receiving supplies.

Shared Accountabilities –US: Making it better together

Health & Safety responsibilities

• Ensure that the team members follow the health and safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and assess the health and safety risks in the work area and implement control measures.
• Investigate and report any hazards, incidents, or injuries to a manager.
• Provide the team members with the necessary personal protective equipment and clothing.
• Monitor and review the health and safety performance of the team and take corrective actions.
• Conduct health and safety training and induction for the team members.

Social & Environmental responsibilities

• Ensure that your team members understand and comply with the company's policies and guidelines on sustainability, ethics, diversity and inclusion, and health and safety.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and recognition to your team members on their social and environmental performance and development.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve the social and environmental outcomes of your team's work and contribute to the company's strategy and reporting.

About You: ME: How I do it

Skills, Knowledge & experience

Previous experience in poultry farming or livestock management preferred.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Physically fit and comfortable working in farm environments.

Personal attributes

• Works Together with their team and regularly coaches/mentors team members and shares knowledge and experience with the them.
• Takes Ownership for setting clear expectations and objectives for their team.
• Is Courageous and makes bold decisions when they know it is needed to solve a problem
• Is Action orientated, agile and can change plans to stay on track and deliver against objectives
• Ensures that team members show Respect to each other and the wider business.
• Strives for Excellence and demonstrates a willingness to learn and develop.

Key Stakeholders

• Agriculture Teams

• Logistics Teams

What can we offer you?

• Free hot drinks on shift
• Service Awards
• Enhanced paternity and maternity
• Free life insurance
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
• Discounted eggs and chicken
• A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
• Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Eye Test every two years
• Discounted mobile phone contracts
• Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
• Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
• Wellness programme
• Employee Charity Matching Scheme

If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.