Poultry Farm Supervisor

at  DA Hall Co

Our Mission – To produce affordable and quality eggs from well-cared-for hens in a socially responsible way, utilising the collective strength of a skilled, purpose-driven and innovative team.
Our Values – Responsibility ~ Integrity ~ Generosity ~ Humility ~ Trust = Loyalty
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Join existing successful and driven production teams.

• We can offer long-term and stable employment.
• We are a growing Agribusiness - with genuine potential for career advancement.
• Work in a relaxed, rural environment in the heart of the Darling Downs.

ABOUT US …

DA Hall Group is a privately-owned agribusiness that operates one of the largest poultry farms in Australia.
We employ over 400 people across our farming operations based at Millmerran, an hour west of Toowoomba in Queensland. Our operations are vertically integrated, covering the entire supply chain from chick rearing, grain production, stock feed milling, egg grading and poultry production. Our layer systems include Cage, Cage-free, Free Range and Organic. We have in-house service teams which coordinate bird vaccination, bird relocation, veterinary and nutrition services.
We offer a variety of opportunities for personal and professional development and career advancement for the right individual who demonstrates a willingness to learn and a commitment to our business values.
Please visit www.dahall.com.au to learn more about who we are.

ABOUT THE ROLE …

You will be required to work efficiently and cohesively within a team environment on a rotating roster, ensuring the welfare of domestic poultry, to support the efficient production of a high quality and hygienic egg.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and assist in the management of poultry sheds to ensure the care and health of young birds;
• Supervise and instruct staff on the handling, identifying and inspecting of poultry;
• Coordinate and schedule activities on the site to attain the best possible productivity, ensuring bird husbandry and performance attains or exceeds the standards set by the company;
• Maintain a high level of quality control in accordance with the business’s established quality assurance standards, with a focus on continuous improvement of the systems;
• Comply with all Animal Welfare and good stock practices for the care and handling of birds as required;
• Participate in training and work within the scope of that training;
• Comprehensively complete all necessary documentation;
• Communicate effectively with all relevant business partners on a day-to-day basis.

In order to successfully fulfil the requirements of this role, you will need to have:

• Certificate III or greater in poultry production or equivalent would be highly regarded;
• Technical proficiency with poultry rearing systems would be highly regarded;
• At least 2 years’ of recent and relevant work experience in a medium to large size commercial poultry production enterprise is essential;
• At least 2 years’ experience supervising medium-sized work teams is essential;
• A caring attitude towards poultry livestock and a willingness to do the tasks assigned and comply with all relevant legislation and required work standards;
• Willingness to undertake further study as applicable;
• A demonstrated commitment to completing all tasks with high quality;
• Proactive and efficient time management skills - with the ability to meet agreed deadlines;
• Self-motivation and drive to excel;
• Above-average levels of literacy and numeracy