Assistant Breeder Farm Manager

4 days ago

Yarra, Australia Cordina Chicken Farms Full time

**Position Title**: Assistant Breeder Farm Manager
**Employment Type**: Full-Time, Permanent
**Reports To**: Farm Manager

**Company Overview**

Cordina Chicken Farms Pty Ltd is a proudly Australian-owned market leader in the Value-Added chicken meat sector, supplying premium fresh meal options to major supermarkets across the country. Operating from state-of-the-art facilities, we are committed to quality, innovation, and sustainable farming practices.

**Position Overview**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Assist in managing the daily operations of the breeder farm to ensure optimal flock health, productivity, and welfare.
- Supervise and support farm staff, including planning, prioritising, and delegating workload.
- Operate farm machinery, plant, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Monitor feed and water systems, and oversee accurate and timely bird collection.
- Carry out daily shed maintenance and grounds servicing.
- Conduct weekly bird weigh-ins and maintain accurate records.
- Liaise with and supervise contract crews for vaccination and grading.
- Monitor and report on animal welfare, flock performance, and production quality.
- Respond to on-site alarms, including after-hours callouts.
- Ensure compliance with WH&S policies and procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to increase farm efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar poultry or livestock farm role, preferably in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
- Demonstrated knowledge of poultry production, animal welfare standards, and farm biosecurity.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a small team.
- Proven ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Sound understanding of WH&S and quality control standards.
- Availability to work weekends, after-hours, and respond to emergencies as required.

**Desirable Attributes**
- Commitment to sustainable livestock management practices.
- Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and problem-solving skills.
- Practical, hands-on approach to farm management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and farm management software (desirable but not essential).

**Work Environment**
- Rural setting, working directly with livestock and farm infrastructure.
- Physical work involving lifting, machinery operation, and working in all weather conditions.
- Some after-hours and weekend work required, including emergency response.

**Benefits**
- Join a respected leader in the Australian poultry industry.
- Be part of a growing, supportive team at a new, modern facility.
- Opportunities for career development and progression within the company.
- An attractive Salary of $80,000 - $90,000 and competitive package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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