Breeder Farm Manager at Aviagen

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Poultry Knowledge, Leadership, Management, Poultry Production Operations, Flock Performance Optimization, Biosecurity, Budget Management, Staff Leadership, Welfare Management, Health and Safety Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Scheduling, Planning, Feed Rate Adjustments, Talent Development

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Summary: We are seeking ideal candidates as a Farm Manager who should have detailed knowledge of farming and should be a self-starter and highly driven. Primary responsibility of this job is to provide leadership and direction in the production and maintenance operations to ensure timely and cost efficient production. Day-to-day supervision of the team to achieve all aspects of production on our leased poultry farm to include competitive performance, budgeting, planning, scheduling and maintaining compliance in a safe manner, and for compliance with all local, county, state and federal regulations as they relate to poultry production. Job Description: This is an exciting opportunity for a Breeder Farm Manager to join the team to lead and oversee a state-of-the-art Breeder Farm in Wellington, NSW. Drive continuous improvement with the ability to implement best practice in the production of high-quality, disease-free breeder stock! Enjoy a rural lifestyle and a healthy work-life balance! Enjoy an attractive salary circa $85,000 - $95,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super, relocation assistance, a company house and performance-based incentives! Sponsorship available for the right candidate! Aviagen Australia Pty Ltd Aviagen Australia Pty Ltd is a cornerstone in the global poultry breeding sector, delivering high-quality broiler chick and turkey grandparent and parent stock across more than 130 countries worldwide. Our Breeding Farms in Wellington, NSW, are integral to our mission, focusing on producing stock that meets our rigorous standards for health, genetic potential, and biosecurity. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we strive to lead the industry in both innovation and ethical practices. When you choose Aviagen, you're not just joining a company - you're becoming a part of a legacy of excellence, innovation, and commitment. The Opportunity We are now looking for a full-time Breeder Farm Manager based in Wellington, NSW. This is a hands-on management role responsible for the overall performance of a Breeder Farm. The Breeder Farm Manager is actively involved in daily farm operations, while also maintaining full accountability for flock performance, staff leadership, welfare, biosecurity, resources and budget management. More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing strong and supportive leadership ensuring talent development in alignment with company compliance standards Ensuring high bird welfare and biosecurity in accordance with company policies Liaising with the Wellington Complex Manager on bodyweight profiles and feed rate adjustments Optimising flock performance and identifying corrective actions for deviations from standards Promoting Health & Safety through training, regular discussions, and compliance monitoring What We Need From You To qualify, you will need a high level of poultry knowledge and a proven record of leadership and management. A minimum of 5 years experience in poultry production operations will be considered essential. Benefits In return for your hard work you will receive an attractive salary circa $85,000 - $95,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super and additional benefits including: Relocation assistance/sponsorship (for the right candidate) A company house with utilities included Performance-based incentives Work-life balance (Enjoy an average of 40 hours a week and enjoy a healthy work life balance) To Breed The Best We Need The Best There are many great reasons to join the Aviagen team. Not only are we a successful global company, but we also have a strong commitment to training and the ongoing development of our staff. We offer a competitive salary and benefits packages and a chance to progress your career! Wellington, NSW Wellington is a great place to live, with many natural attractions and a friendly community. Located between Orange and Dubbo on the Mitchell Highway in central NSW, Wellington offers a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle. Some of the natural attractions in the area include Lake Burrendong, which is popular for fishing, water skiing, and swimming, and the world-famous Wellington Caves, which attract visitors from across the globe. We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen! Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring. Are you ready for the adventure?

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility involves providing leadership and direction for production and maintenance operations to ensure timely and cost-efficient production on a state-of-the-art Breeder Farm. This includes day-to-day team supervision to achieve production goals, budgeting, planning, scheduling, and maintaining compliance in a safe manner.