Pig Farm Manager – Ireland (Multiple Locations) – €45,000 – €50,000 + Accommodation
The Job:
We are recruiting for a Pig Farm Manager to oversee a 1,300 sow commercial pig unit within a modern, expanding production business. This is a hands on leadership role responsible for farm performance, herd management and team supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations of a 1,300 sow pig unit
- Oversee breeding, farrowing, weaning, and finishing performance
- Lead, manage and develop farm staff to meet production targets
- Monitor and improve herd health and animal welfare standards
- Track KPIs and deliver against productivity and efficiency targets
- Oversee labour planning, workflow, and farm organisation
- Maintain accurate production and performance records
- Work with vets and nutritionists to optimise herd performance
- Identify and implement improvements in productivity and efficiency
The Company:
A leading Irish pig production business operating modern, well invested units across multiple sites. The business has a strong focus on animal welfare, productivity and continuous improvement, with clear long term progression opportunities into senior management roles.
The Candidate:
- Minimum 5 years’ pig farm management experience (UK, Ireland, or Europe)
- Strong knowledge of pig production systems (breeding, nutrition, herd health, welfare)
- Proven experience managing and developing farm teams
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Good understanding of production KPIs and performance metrics
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Able to work independently and make operational decisions
- Commitment to high welfare and production standards
- Experience with large-scale commercial pig units (desirable)
- Exposure to budgeting or labour planning (desirable)
The Package:
- Salary €45,000 – €50,000 DOE
- Accommodation provided
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Modern facilities and systems
- Supportive management structure
- Progression into senior roles available
Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [email protected].
Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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Pay: €45,000.00-€50,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Pig farm management experience in UK, Ireland or Europe: 5 years (required)
- managing and developing farm teams: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
