Woodlands Enterprises is a leading, family-owned and operated poultry business with a fully integrated operation spanning feed milling, farming, and processing. We are seeking a highly capable and motivated Feedmill Manager to lead our feedmill operations and play a critical role in supporting the performance and growth of our business.
About the Role
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for the end-to-end management of feedmill operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of poultry feed.
You will oversee production, logistics, quality assurance, maintenance coordination, and team leadership, while driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the mill.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage all feedmill production activities to meet operational targets
* Develop and execute production schedules aligned to farm and customer demand
* Oversee raw material procurement, grain intake, storage, and stock control
* Ensure high standards of feed quality, batching accuracy, and process integrity
* Manage outloading, transport coordination, and delivery logistics
* Maintain and enforce Feed Safe HACCP and regulatory compliance requirements
* Drive a strong safety-first culture across all operations
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
* Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure plant reliability and minimise downtime
* Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the mill
About You
You are a proven operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, production-focused environment. You bring strong technical capability, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead teams effectively.
To be successful, you will have:
* Demonstrated experience in feed milling, manufacturing, or similar production environments
* Strong leadership and people management capability
* Experience managing complex production and logistics operations
* High attention to detail with a focus on quality and compliance
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to balance efficiency, cost, and quality outcomes
* Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production/scheduling systems
* Forklift licence
Why Join Woodlands?
We offer more than just a job — we offer a career:
Be part of a well-established, growing family business
Work in a critical leadership role with real operational impact
Attractive remuneration package and benefits
Supportive team environment with strong values and culture
Opportunity to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Sunshine Coast lifestyle with a stable, long-term career opportunity
How to apply
If you are ready to take ownership of a key operational function and lead a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.
Please forward a cover letter along with your resume to: ************@woodlandsfeed.com.au or send via SEEK applications.
For bio-security purposes, the successful applicant CANNOT have any bird species at home (ie budgies, chickens etc).
Only successful applicants will be contacted. Applicants who require sponsorship will not be considered.