Located 1 hr North of Adelaide
- Excellent Salary $95 K plus Super
- Family Home Accomodation plus all utilities
**FREE RANGE - POULTRY FARM MANAGER**
Our client is a diversified, family-owned agribusiness featuring a modern Free Range Poultry Farm, situated an hour's drive north of Adelaide. Specializing in livestock and food production, the company engages in a wide array of agricultural activities. On their behalf we are actively seeking a dynamic and seasoned Broiler Farm Manager to oversee and manage the Free Range Farm near Pt Wakefield. The chosen applicant will receive a market-competitive salary package, inclusive of a company vehicle for local travel and a company-provided house with utilities such as gas, electricity, and water covered.
**The responsibilities will encompass, but are not limited to**:
- Lead by example in a team environment, setting clear expectations and overseeing the operations of the free-range poultry farm.
- **Operational Excellence**: Ensure proper care and feeding of the birds, smoothly manage daily operations, and adhere to applicable laws and regulations.
- **Strategy & Planning**: Develop and implement production plans that optimize bird health, welfare, and productivity. Manage financial performance by effectively budgeting, controlling costs, and optimizing revenue.
- **Farm Staff Management**: Manage the recruitment, training, and supervision of staff, including the provision of performance evaluations and feedback.
- **Documentation**: Maintain up-to-date records of production, inventory, and farm activities.
- **Stakeholder Relations**: Cultivate relationships with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders.
- **Identify Risks**: Identifying and mitigating potential risks is crucial for farm operations.
- **Biosecurity and Health**: Implement crucial biosecurity protocols to manage bird health, which includes vaccination and disease management.
- **Compliance**: Ensure farms meet all standards for animal welfare, environmental protection, and food safety.
- A Bachelor's degree or a minimum of five years of relevant qualified experience.
- Full Australian Work Rights.
- Demonstrated expertise in poultry management and an extensive knowledge of poultry husbandry.
- Possesses strong leadership skills, capable of inspiring and managing teams effectively.
- Outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and financial management abilities.
- Understanding animal welfare standards, biosecurity measures, and regulatory compliance is crucial.
- Proficient in record-keeping and data analysis.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
- The ability to respond to farm emergencies on weekends and adapt to changing circumstances is essential.
**What is in it for you?**
This not just an excellent opportunity it is a lifestyle. The farm is a 10 shed farm growing 350,000 Birds every 8 weeks. The farm is staffed with a 2Ic living on site along with 5 staff on 7 day roster. Excellent family Accommodation including all utilities is provided.
Top-notch private schools are just a 20-minute drive away, complemented by convenient access to banks, pubs, restaurants, and grocery stores in the charming country town of Balaklava.
You will receive an excellent salary plus superannuation and a performance bonus payable each quarter. You will be provided with a fully-maintained family house on site, including all services. Additionally, on-farm vehicles are available to assist staff with attending to on-site alarm calls and daily maintenance issues.
For a confidential discussion please give Phil a call on 0437 812 359
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