**About the Role**
These assistant management positions don't come up often
You will be an integral part of a small, effective & multi-cultural team, working side-by-side with an experienced Farm Manager to oversee and coordinate the daily operations at the Mt Molar Breeder Farm.
As the Breeder Farm Assistant Manager, you will be a strong support to the Farm Manager with the operation of a 6-shed modern breeder production farm in south-east Queensland. This is a development role for future Farm Managers.
The position reports directly to the Farm Manager.
**Duties**
- Assist the Farm Manager in the co-ordination of all farm activities for the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.
- Ensure all tasks are undertaken in a safe manner.
- Assist the Farm Manager to ensure appropriately trained staff are available for specialist tasks including egg grading, shed walks, fumigation etc.
- Under the direction of the Farm Manager, undertake serological monitoring and ensure that all medications are administered as required and in the appropriate manner.
- Ensure all farm administration duties are performed in accordance with Darwalla guidelines, including the completion of all relevant reports and documentation within specific time requirements.
- Assist the Farm Manager to engage and lead a team of people.
**Skills & Experience**
- Previous poultry industry experience is required, preferably in Breeders
- Conversant with animal welfare standards, legislative obligations and Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures
- Self-motivated to work independently and to manage multiple tasks
- A team player who is willing to learn to engage, manage and direct staff
- Strive to meet industry "best practice" standards
- Decision making and problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer skills
**Benefits**
The successful applicant will be offered a competitive remuneration package including salary & mobile phone. Leadership training will be provided.
**If you meet the above criteria and you're interested in progressing**
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