Job Description
Ensure all livestock is treated humanely, and in compliance with company standards.
Coach employees to help them develop a clear understanding of the requirement relating to Animal Welfare, Food Safety and Quality Standards and
Involve the team by encouragement and motivating to deliver safety excellence and promote risk awareness by getting involved and following safety rules and identifying risks
Drive improvement in the performance standards for uniformity of the flock, point of lay cost (POLC), health and animal welfare (up to 21 weeks).
Conduct postmortems and report findings to the senior area ops manager and group veterinarian. Record and monitor weekly husbandry parameters.
Reduce turnover and ensure labour cost base is the most productive, efficient and cost competitive for the industry.
Manage, monitor and keep within budget, seeking approval for out of scope spend.
Attending to HR/IR matters (i.e., planning leave, time sheets, disciplinary measures) Requirements, Experience, Competencies & Skills

Qualifications
A Matric Qualification
A degree in Agriculture or relevant qualification
A minimum of 5 years' experience in a management role within the broiler breeder sphere.
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint & Word). - IT skills are essential alongside the capability to analyze operational reports, monitoring compliance with policies and procedures.
A good understanding of modern farming methods, a commitment to animal welfare and an interest in, and understanding of, the ways in which farming impacts the environment.
A strong interest and understanding of the Agricultural & Farming sector
Have a excellent understanding of bird welfare
High standard towards housekeeping and attention to detail
Proficiency in English is essential in this position.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels in the business
Excellent problem-solving skills
An ability to cope under pressure
Must be able to work weekends and public holidays when required
Valid Driver's license & own transportation.
Strong analytical skills relating to breeder technical aspects.