Overview As Breeder Farm Manager in Bullsbrook, WA you will manage a 7-shed production farm housing over 40,000 birds and work with a close-knit team with full responsibility for the husbandry of the birds and the day-to-day operations of the farm.
You will be accountable for the achievement of production standards, staff training and supervision, and ensuring compliance with strict biosecurity and health & safety standards.
This position comes with a family home.
Key responsibilities Oversee the daily operations of the farm and staff with responsibility for achieving production standards Husbandry of the flock, ensuring all livestock is treated humanely, and in compliance with Inghams' Minimum Standard Procedures Conduct mortality checks and manage vaccinations of the flock Lead, coach, and develop the team to ensure they meet performance goals Drive a strong safety culture with corrective and preventative safety programs and initiatives Oversee all farm maintenance work and engage with contractors for repairs as required Identify, drive and embed continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency programs Ensure Quarantine requirements are implemented, and Biosecurity measures adhered to Collect and collate data for research and animal husbandry purposes Operate and maintain technological systems and equipment used in farm production, including analysing data and preparing reports Operate and maintain animal health and feed monitoring equipment Examine and consider environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health and production of livestock Key requirements Previous hands-on experience in a similar farm manager role in the poultry industry Experience in leading, coaching and motivating a team A good understanding of modern breeder farming methods, a commitment to animal welfare and an interest in, and understanding of, the ways in which farming impacts the environment Ability to work outside in all weathers and undertake hand on jobs as well as attending to office duties Strong computer skills with proficiency in the use of the Microsoft suite High attention to detail and demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and organise work demands and meet tight deadlines Demonstrated understanding and exposure to both Biosecurity and Animal Welfare principles We're looking for people who are curious, caring, courageous and committed to join us; people who want to contribute their best work every single day and continue delivering deliciously good food that's...Always Good!
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