📍 Based in Shercock | Full-time | Fixed Term 

Who We Are

At Manor Farm, we’ve been producing premium Irish poultry for over 250 years — and animal welfare is at the heart of everything we do. As part of the Scandi Standard Group, a values-driven and people-first food business, we’re proud to lead the way in ethical, sustainable poultry farming.

Our Animal Welfare team plays a vital role in ensuring we uphold the highest standards across every part of our supply chain — from hatcheries to farms to processing. We’re now looking for a passionate and proactive Assistant Animal Welfare Manager to join us on a fixed-term contract to support this critical work.

Who You Are

You’re a detail-focused, scientifically minded professional with a strong interest in animal welfare and food production. You're keen to make a positive impact — on both animals and people — and thrive in an environment that combines fieldwork, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

You’re someone who:

• Has a degree (or equivalent experience) in Animal Science, Veterinary, Animal Welfare, or a related discipline.

• Brings experience in food production, farming, or FMCG — ideally with exposure to welfare, quality, or compliance standards.

• Understands the importance of legal and regulatory standards in animal welfare and food safety.

• Is organised, curious, and confident working with data, reports, and technical documentation.

• Has excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

• Is comfortable engaging with suppliers, internal teams, and certifying bodies.

The Role

As Assistant Animal Welfare Manager (12-Month Fixed-Term), you’ll support the Animal Welfare Manager in monitoring and improving welfare practices across our supply chain — from farm to factory. Your work will ensure we maintain compliance with legal, customer, and certification standards, and continue to drive best-in-class welfare outcomes.

You will also work closely with the Quality department, contributing to audits, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor welfare standards across farms, transport, and slaughter – ensuring legal and customer requirements are met.

• Track and analyse welfare-related data, including health indicators, Salmonella/Campylobacter results, and audit outcomes.

• Support internal audit scheduling, training for staff and catchers, and record-keeping for compliance.

• Assist with investigations into welfare concerns and help drive root-cause solutions.

• Contribute to the development of welfare procedures and improvement plans.

• Support quality and compliance tasks such as traceability, internal audits, and document control.

• Promote welfare awareness across teams and champion our commitment to ethical production.

Why Work With Us?

• Make a real impact – your work helps shape the future of ethical, sustainable poultry in Ireland.

• Gain valuable experience – in a values-led company with a strong culture of learning and development.

• Join a trusted Irish brand – with the backing of an international food group committed to sustainability.

• Work with purpose – knowing your efforts support animal welfare, product quality, and customer trust.

• Collaborate with a supportive team – where integrity, care, and continuous improvement guide our work.

Manor Farm is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Shortlisted candidates will be provided with the full job description at the next stage of the recruitment process.