Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) - Rearing Poultry

Darwalla Group; Killarney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Salary & mobile phone

Leadership training

Job summary

Darwalla Group is seeking a Rearing Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) in Killarney, Queensland. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to oversee a 6-shed rearing production farm, coordinating daily tasks and contributing to future Farm Manager development.

The role requires poultry experience, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to safety, training, and administration. This is a hands-on position offering growth within a small, multicultural team.

Qualifications

• Previous poultry industry experience is required.
• Ability to lead and coordinate field staff.
• Strong communication and team collaboration.
• Know-how of health, safety and environment standards.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Willingness to learn and develop into Farm Manager responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Farm Manager in coordinating all farm activities to meet business objectives.
• Ensure all tasks are performed safely and compliantly.
• Support training and deployment of staff for specialist tasks (shed walks, fumigation).
• Monitor serology and ensure medications are administered correctly.
• Complete farm administration and reporting within deadlines as directed by Darwalla guidelines.
• Lead and engage a team to achieve operational goals.

Skills

Poultry experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

HSE awareness

Independent work

Driver's Licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Darwalla Group is seeking a Rearing Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) in Killarney, Queensland. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to oversee a 6-shed rearing production farm, coordinating daily tasks and contributing to future Farm Manager development.

The role requires poultry experience, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to safety, training, and administration. This is a hands-on position offering growth within a small, multicultural team.