Breeder Production Farm

**Please note you require a Visa with full work rights to be considered for this role.**

**About the Role**

These Leading hand positions don't come up often

You will be an integral part of a small, effective & multi-cultural team, working side-by-side with an experienced Farm Manager and Assistant Manager to oversee and coordinate the daily operations at the Mt Molar Breeder Farm.

As the Leading Hand, you will be a strong support to the Farm Managers with the operation of a 6-shed modern breeder production farm in south-east Queensland. This role would be suited to people orientated and experienced breeder production farm employees.

The position reports directly to the Farm Manager.

**Duties**
- Assist the Farm Management in the co-ordination of all farm activities for the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.
- Ensure all tasks are undertaken in a safe manner.
- Assist the Farm Management to ensure appropriately trained staff are available for specialist tasks including egg grading, shed walks, fumigation etc.
- Under the direction of the Farm Management, undertake serological monitoring and ensure that all medications are administered as required and in the appropriate manner.
- May assist with farm administration duties such as the completion of all relevant reports and documentation within specific time requirements.
- Assist the Farm Management to engage and lead a team of people.

**Skills & Experience**
- Previous poultry industry experience is required, preferably in Breeders
- Conversant with animal welfare standards, legislative obligations and Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures
- Self-motivated to work independently and to manage multiple tasks
- A team player who is willing to learn to engage, manage and direct staff
- Strive to meet industry “best practice” standards
- Decision making and problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer skills

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