SUMMARY:
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A THREE-YEAR CONTRACT IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA

Role Purpose
The Broiler Farm Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a broiler farm, ensuring optimal flock performance, biosecurity, productivity, and staff management. The role includes monitoring feed and water consumption, ensuring bird health and welfare, maintaining accurate production records, and collaborating with veterinarians and technical specialists to optimise husbandry protocols. The manager is accountable for maintaining high standards of farm performance, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Flock Performance

- Ensure chicken mortalities are collected and recorded daily.
- Accurately capture all mortality data in shed records.
- Immediately report sudden mortality spikes to the veterinarian and senior management.
- Maintain flock performance in line with targets, including:
– 7-day growth multiple of 4.5+
– Total flock mortality ≤ 4% at harvest
– FCR target of 1.50 (corrected to 2kg ALW)

Flock Management

- Check feed inventory daily and forecast shortages.
- Ensure water supply is available and functioning across all drinker lines, including flow rate checks, flushing, filter cleaning, and leak repairs.
- Manage brooders, curtains, and ventilation systems (fans, temperatures) according to flock age and activity.
- Perform pre-placement audits and ensure chicks are evenly placed.
- Monitor environmental conditions and adjust equipment to maintain optimal flock welfare.
- Conduct pre-harvest procedures and supervise harvesting activities.
- Ensure all data, forms, and shed folders are completed accurately and on time.

Shed Maintenance

- Inspect and ensure all equipment (fans, feed-line motors, mini-vents, lights) are working correctly.
- Report equipment breakdowns to the Maintenance Department immediately.

Shed Cleanliness & Security

- Maintain high standards of shed hygiene by ensuring floors and work areas are cleaned daily.
- Check for signs of missing birds or equipment and report any breaches to Security and Senior Management.
- Ensure sheds are locked and secure during breaks and after working hours.
- Inspect the periphery of the farm daily and report suspicious activity immediately.

Team Management

- Ensure team members complete tasks correctly and on time.
- Maintain appropriate staffing levels at all times.
- Manage hiring, onboarding, and training of staff.
- Monitor punctuality, attendance, and hours worked.
- Address non-compliance or protocol breaches through disciplinary action in line with HR support.

Organisational Support

 
- Uphold company values through professional conduct, cooperation, and teamwork.
- Follow all company policies, SOPs, and operational standards.
- Support organisational initiatives and assignments as required.
- Maintain consistent punctuality, attendance, and work ethic.

POSITION INFO:

Role Requirements

Qualifications

- Diploma or Degree in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, or a related field.

Experience

- 5–10 years’ experience in poultry production, specifically broiler shed management.
- Experience with broiler cage systems is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

- Physically fit and able to work on foot for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to manage staff and maintain discipline.
- Strong understanding of broiler husbandry practices, biosecurity, and environmental control.

Hours of Work

- 8 hours per day, 88 hours per fortnight.
- Work may be rostered any day from Monday to Sunday.

Working Relationships

Internal:
- Works closely with shed bosses, shed hands, supervisors, and other farm managers.
- Engages with hatchery, veterinary, maintenance, unloading, and electrical teams.
External:
- Liaises with external consultants as required.

Decision-Making Authority

- Responsible for daily operational decisions for allocated sheds.
- Makes husbandry decisions regarding ventilation, temperature, feed, and welfare.
- Handles staff hiring, training, disciplinary action, warnings, and terminations.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

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