Farm Manager

Our valued client, NEWCO FARMS is seeking a dedicated and experienced Farm Manager to join their dynamic team. They are looking for individuals who are not only knowledgeable in diverse farm operations but also embody integrity, trustworthiness, and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Duties for this role are not limited to the following:
Report directly to the General Manager on livestock and farming related matters
Liaise with the Egg Grading and Packaging Operations Manager as well as related staff on matters related to egg supply, egg quality, and supply logistics
Work to written and verbal instructions as provided by General Manager and/or Technical and Veterinarian Services Manager
Participate in company directed staff meetings and further education courses
Undertake standard bird husbandry practices which ensures the health and welfare of birds. This involves monitoring feed, water intake, body weights, interpreting laboratory results, conducting clinical examinations and autopsies from time to time
Co-ordinates, monitor and report on livestock activities, production processes and the associated management/ staff to meet specified targets and standards
Liaise in coordination with the Livestock Manager and/or Veterinary Manager with the pullet suppliers on all matters relating to the rearing, husbandry, preparation and logistics of the management of particular rearing flocks
Supervise and organise staff including the training of staff in basic layer farm management procedures, standard best practise and safe working procedure
Assist in recruiting of appropriate staff. Liaise with employment and Training Managers on matters relating to recruitment, training activities and industrial issues
Undertake or reorganise any work procedure as directed by the Technical and Veterinary Services Manager or as deemed necessary in the absence of a member of staff
Control and co-ordinate all Laying Farm activities for the achievement of short- and long-term business objectives that result in improved financial outcomes
Assist and direct to ensure appropriately trained staffs are available for special tasks including egg collection, bird culling, hygiene programs and vaccinations
Responsible for the joint co-ordination of rearer transfers and co-ordination of flock depopulations including provision of appropriate staff to ensure minimum losses, stress and the timely delivery
Detail and authorise as required employees’ pay and contractor payments
Ensure that all vaccines, treatments, and medicines are available and administered as required in the appropriate manner
Ensure all farm administration is performed to Newco Farms’ guidelines, including completion of all relevant reports and documentation. Such paperwork to be completed within the required timeframes
Undertake basic repairs and maintenance of sheds and facilities to ensure appropriate and optimal operation. Premises and surrounding amenities to be well maintained
Ensure strict compliance with the principles of quarantine and biosecurity by all Newco Farms’ farming operations
In conjunction with Technical Services staff, assist in the co-ordination of farm cleanouts and washdown
Assist in the development and maintenance of Safe Work Practises. Support and implement the Company’s Accident Prevention Program – support employees/ work groups to ensure area is incident/ accident free
Report workplace hazards identified during the course of work to appropriate person according to standard operating procedures
Ensure Laying farm activities comply with relevant Acts, legal demands and standards. Ensure adherence to the relevant quality standards, confer with the appropriate Newco Farms personnel on applications of methods, production standards and safety programs
Refrain from association with other avian (bird) species or work in any other commercial poultry operation while employed with Newco Farms unless approval has been given

Essential Skills:
Previous experience in Farm management
Ability to lead and manage a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive time management and organisational skills
High level of computer literacy and numeracy skills
Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
Safety-focused and able to ensure compliance with WHS policies and procedures
Good mechanical skills

If you are ready to contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, and feel this job could be the perfect opportunity for you, please apply now.

Salary: $100,000 per annum