Breeder Farm Manager

Aviagen; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance/sponsorship

Company house or allowance

Performance-based incentives

Work-life balance

Job summary

Aviagen Australia Pty Ltd invites applications for a full‑time Breeder Farm Manager in Goulburn, NSW. You will lead a state‑of‑the‑art breeder farm, overseeing daily operations and driving performance with technical know‑how and practical skills.

The ideal candidate has strong poultry knowledge, proven leadership, and a passion for animal welfare. Relocation assistance, sponsorship, and a company house or allowance are available to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in poultry production operations.
• Knowledge of Animal Welfare codes.
• Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and reporting abilities.
• Staff leadership, development and management.
• Proactive, team‑oriented management style.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the Breeder Farm in Goulburn, reporting to the Complex Manager.
• Drive production performance through technical expertise and practical skills.
• Lead and develop farm staff to sustain high standards of welfare and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Staff development

Team leadership

Animal welfare knowledge

Tools

Job description

Exciting opportunity for a Breeder Farm Manager to join the team to lead and oversee a state-of-the-art Breeder Farm in Goulburn, NSW.

Drive continuous improvement with the ability to implement best practice in the production of high-quality, disease-free stock!

Enjoy a rural lifestyle and immerse yourself in a supportive community environment!

Enjoy an attractive salary circa $100,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super, relocation assistance, a company house or allowance and performance-based incentives!

Sponsorship available for the right candidate!

Aviagen Australia Pty Ltd is a cornerstone in the global poultry breeding sector, delivering high‑quality broiler chick and turkey grandparent and parent stock across more than 130 countries worldwide. Our Breeding Farms in Goulburn, NSW, are integral to our mission, focusing on producing stock that meets our rigorous standards for health, genetic potential, and biosecurity. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we strive to lead the industry in both innovation and ethical practices.

When you choose Aviagen, you’re not just joining a company - you’re becoming a part of a legacy of excellence, innovation, and commitment.

The Opportunity

We are now looking for a full‑time Farm Manager based in Goulburn, NSW.

This pivotal role manages a Breeder Farm, reporting directly to the Complex Manager, and is accountable for managing day to day operations and enhancing overall production performance through technical abilities and practical skills.

What We Need From You

To qualify, you will need a high level of poultry knowledge and a proven record of leadership and management. A minimum of 5 years experience in poultry production operations will be considered essential. Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Knowledge and understanding of the Animal Welfare codes

Very good knowledge of husbandry practices and animal health issues

Planning, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Communication and reporting skills

Staff leadership, development, and management

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills, as well as a proactive management style and the ability to foster a team‑based work environment.

This is a role of paramount importance, a candidate who can enhance the overall performance of the operation with their technical abilities and practical skills but is also passionate about animal welfare and driven to achieve high‑performance targets will be an ideal fit.

In return for your hard work you will receive an attractive salary (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super and additional benefits including:

• Relocation assistance/sponsorship (for the right candidate)
• A company house with utilities or allowance included
• Performance‑based incentives
• Work‑life balance (Enjoy an average of 40 hours a week and enjoy a healthy work life balance)

To Breed The Best We Need The Best

There are many great reasons to join the Aviagen team. Not only are we a successful global company, but we also have a strong commitment to training and the ongoing development of our staff. We offer a competitive salary and benefits packages and a chance to progress your career