Role Summary:
The Breeder Production Farm Manager oversees and coordinates the operations of a 6-shed breeder production farm, ensuring the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.
* Manage a team of people and prioritize their safety
* Ensure bird welfare and animal husbandry for fertile egg production
* Maintain biosecurity
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate all farm activities to achieve business objectives
- Monitor alarms and coordinate replacements when unavailable
- Lead the team in specialist tasks, including bird health, feeding, egg grading, and monitoring shed conditions
- Undertake serological monitoring and administer medications as required
- Ensure farm administration duties are performed according to guidelines
About You:
- Previous poultry experience is essential
- Conversant with animal welfare standards, legislative obligations, and Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures
- Experience operating shed controllers and automated egg collecting machines
- Self-motivated with effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Requirements:
- Ability to lead a team safely and according to values
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
What We Offer:
A competitive remuneration package, on-site housing, laptop, and mobile phone