Department: Free Range Location: Multi-site role, Office Base at Muirden Farm, Turriff We are seeking a proactive and experienced Free Range Poultry Area Manager to support the effective operation of our free range laying units across Aberdeenshire. This is a hands-on leadership role, working closely with the free range farms team to ensure high standards of biosecurity, health and safety, bird welfare, team leadership, compliance, and operational performance across multiple sites. This position will suit an individual with strong poultry knowledge, excellent people skills, and the flexibility required to operate in a fast-moving agricultural environment. Key Responsibilities Support and oversee daily operations across free range laying farms. Lead, coordinate and develop site teams, including supervisors and stockpersons. Ensure equipment, systems, and infrastructure are maintained to a high standard. Maintain compliance with audits, accreditations, and legal requirements. Support data collection, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives. Coordinate cover, repairs, and site turnarounds as required. The Ideal Candidate Experienced in poultry production, ideally within free range systems, with understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment on farms. A confident communicator and practical leader. Highly competent in stockmanship, biosecurity and welfare standards. Commercially aware, organised, and solutions-focused. Flexible and responsive to operational d