Pig Farm Manager - Ireland, Multiple locations available - €45,000 - €50,000 + Accommodation

Pig Farm Manager

Location: Ireland (multiple sites). Salary €45,000 - €50,000 DOE + accommodation.

Job Overview

A Pig Farm Manager oversees daily operations of a 1,300 sow commercial pig unit within a modern and expanding production business. The role is hands on leadership, driving performance across herd management, staff supervision, animal welfare, and overall farm productivity. Full ownership of operational outcomes is required in a fast paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of a 1,300 sow pig unit
• Oversee breeding, farrowing, weaning and finishing performance
• Lead, manage and develop farm teams to achieve production targets
• Monitor and improve animal welfare and herd health standards
• Track KPIs and deliver against production and efficiency targets
• Oversee labour planning, workflow and on farm organisation
• Maintain accurate production and performance records
• Work closely 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 farming units across multiple sites, focusing on animal welfare, productivity, staff development and continuous improvement.

The Candidate

• Minimum 5 years' pig farm management experience within the UK, Ireland, or wider European pig industry
• Strong technical knowledge of pig production including breeding, nutrition, herd health and welfare
• Proven ability to manage and develop farm teams
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive performance
• Good understanding of production KPIs and herd performance metrics
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions
• Commitment to high welfare and production standards
• Experience with large scale commercial pig units (desirable)
• Exposure to budgeting, labour planning, or operational performance management (desirable)

The Package

• Salary €45,000 - €50,000 DOE
• Accommodation provided
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Modern farming facilities and systems
• Supportive management structure
• Opportunity to progress into senior management roles

How to apply

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa.