Assistant Pig Farm Manager
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cranswick Country Foods |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Job Description:
Wayland Farms Ltd are an award-winning pig production company who are passionate about breeding and nurturing the best pigs in the country. We form part of the successful Cranswick Plc., one of the largest food producers in Britain.
We are pleased to be recruiting for an Assistant Unit Manager to assist with the running of a Breeding Unit near Mildenhall, Suffolk.
Job requirements of an Assistant Unit Manager:
Manage full time and agency staff on the unit
Responsible for the condition of livestock on the unit
Ensure that animal welfare is in accordance with Company policies
Responsible for the condition of all equipment fixed and movable on the unit
Adhere to Company Codes of Practice and Policies
Adhere to Statutory Obligations - Hygiene, Environmental & Welfare
Ensure the unit is kept in good, tidy condition
Ensure the unit remains secure
Assist in the management of performance and reporting of the unit to designated targets
Maintain a positive relationship with the landlord (where applicable)
· Provide leadership, commercial focus and direction to the team
· Handle paperwork and keeping administrative records with accuracy
· Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards and health and safety standards
What you will need:
· You must have your own transport
· You must be flexible, lead by example in all that you do and support other colleagues/teams and management
You must be reliable and demonstrate good time keeping
Animal Welfare must be prioritised at all times, ensuring that the company codes of Practice and policies are adhered to
Previous practical experience with livestock is required and previous managerial experience is desirable
Pay and benefits:
Salary – 30-35k per annum (dependant on experience)
Pension – 3% employer contributions/5% employee contributions
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday with alternate weekend work; total of 45 hours per week
Access to our 'Feed your Wellbeing' hub with a range of shopping, restaurant and entertainment discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted share scheme
Death in service insurance
Interested?:
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to wfl.hr@cranswick.co.uk
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying.
Stay up-to-date with future Cranswick vacancies by joining our recruitment mailing list - https://forms.office.com/e/Yvxj2GHSA5
Wayland Farms Ltd are an award-winning pig production company who are passionate about breeding and nurturing the best pigs in the country. We form part of the successful Cranswick Plc., one of the largest food producers in Britain.
We are pleased to be recruiting for an Assistant Unit Manager to assist with the running of a Breeding Unit near Mildenhall, Suffolk.
Job requirements of an Assistant Unit Manager:
Manage full time and agency staff on the unit
Responsible for the condition of livestock on the unit
Ensure that animal welfare is in accordance with Company policies
Responsible for the condition of all equipment fixed and movable on the unit
Adhere to Company Codes of Practice and Policies
Adhere to Statutory Obligations - Hygiene, Environmental & Welfare
Ensure the unit is kept in good, tidy condition
Ensure the unit remains secure
Assist in the management of performance and reporting of the unit to designated targets
Maintain a positive relationship with the landlord (where applicable)
· Provide leadership, commercial focus and direction to the team
· Handle paperwork and keeping administrative records with accuracy
· Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards and health and safety standards
What you will need:
· You must have your own transport
· You must be flexible, lead by example in all that you do and support other colleagues/teams and management
You must be reliable and demonstrate good time keeping
Animal Welfare must be prioritised at all times, ensuring that the company codes of Practice and policies are adhered to
Previous practical experience with livestock is required and previous managerial experience is desirable
Pay and benefits:
Salary – 30-35k per annum (dependant on experience)
Pension – 3% employer contributions/5% employee contributions
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday with alternate weekend work; total of 45 hours per week
Access to our 'Feed your Wellbeing' hub with a range of shopping, restaurant and entertainment discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted share scheme
Death in service insurance
Interested?:
Email a CV and covering letter, including the role you are applying for and your salary expectations to wfl.hr@cranswick.co.uk
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying.
Stay up-to-date with future Cranswick vacancies by joining our recruitment mailing list - https://forms.office.com/e/Yvxj2GHSA5
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.