Livestock Operations Team Manager

1 week ago

Penrith, United Kingdom De Lacy Executive Full time

Job DescriptionAre you an experienced livestock professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for animal welfare?Our client is seeking a Livestock Operations Team Manager to oversee a dynamic team responsible for managing calf collection centres and ensuring smooth operations across the region.In this pivotal role, you will lead and support collection centre managers, ensuring efficient throughput of calves from dairy farms and hauliers while maintaining the highest welfare standards. You'll also manage team activities outside the centres, including taking bookings, visiting suppliers, and preparing for weekly operations. A key part of the role involves managing farm software systems, so experience with farm management technology is essential.Key Responsibilities:• Oversee weekly operations at calf collection centres and manage regional team performance.• Coordinate calf bookings in line with forecast and liaise with transport managers and hauliers.• Maintain and improve calf specifications to meet company standards.• Collaborate with genetic partners to optimise operational performance.• Work closely with farm assurance teams to ensure compliance and uphold welfare standards• Have the flexibility of regular travel as required for the needs of the businessAbout You:• Background in dairy or livestock farming with a strong understanding of animal welfare and logistics.• Proven experience managing field-based teams and building strong supplier relationships.• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.• Competent in farm management software and confident in data-driven decision-making.This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and play a key role in shaping livestock operations across the region.Remunerations:Competitive Basic Salary + Bonus Scheme + Benefits + Car + FuelTo apply:For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Rupert Kettle on: Office or e-mail your CV and covering letter to De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission.

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    1 week ago

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