Live Stock Manager

Range Workforce Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Poultry Farmer to join a poultry farming operation.

This position will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day broiler farm operations, ensuring bird health, welfare and productivity while supporting farm staff, contractors and production targets.

About the Company

This poultry farming operation is focused on producing high quality poultry products while maintaining strong animal welfare, biosecurity and safety standards. The business operates modern farming facilities and uses technology-driven systems to support flock performance, production planning and farm management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the breeding, raising and general care of poultry for egg and meat production
• Oversee daily broiler farm operations ensuring bird health and productivity
• Monitor flock metrics using automated systems including feed and water intake, body weight and bird performance
• Implement feeding, watering and nutrition programs to maintain flock health and performance
• Monitor bird welfare, health, behaviour and environmental conditions, including managing biosecurity risks and farm hygiene
• Implement and audit biosecurity, quarantine and vermin control procedures
• Plan and coordinate daily farming operations including egg collection, grading and packing, livestock handling, medication programs and equipment sterilisation
• Administer vaccines and maintain medical and flock health records
• Manage and maintain farm infrastructure including sheds, pens, feed systems, water supply and irrigation systems
• Oversee equipment maintenance, feed scheduling, shed setups and chick deliveries
• Organise the movement, sale and purchase of birds and farm produce
• Maintain accurate farm production records, analyse data and plan production activities in line with market requirements
• Oversee farm technology systems and ensure accurate data collection
• Manage farm administration using digital systems and reporting tools
• Manage farm budgeting, costs, production forecasting and capital requirements
• Coordinate staff and contractor scheduling using workforce software
• Supervise, train and support farm workers and contractors as required
• Lead and train staff in poultry husbandry and modern farming practices
• Conduct safety and quality assurance audits and enforce OH&S and animal welfare standards
• Drive sustainability initiatives and manage emergency preparedness

Skills Required

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Deep understanding of poultry husbandry, nutrition, welfare and biosecurity
• Strong knowledge of animal welfare legislation and vaccination protocols
• Proficiency using digital farm management systems and automated farm technology
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyse flock performance data and implement corrective actions
• Competence operating farm machinery, equipment and automated systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate teams and contractors
• Knowledge of farm safety requirements, OH&S and compliance standards

Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years experience in poultry farming or similar agricultural operations
• Hands-on experience with breeding, animal husbandry, feeding programs and farm infrastructure maintenance
• Experience supervising or managing staff is highly regarded
• Experience using technology for health monitoring, data analysis and automation in farming preferred

Qualifications

• Certificate or Degree in Agriculture, Poultry Production or a related field preferred
• Formal qualifications may be substituted with substantial relevant work experience