Breeder Farm Manager

CWT Farms; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation sponsorship

Company housing/allowance

Performance-based incentives

Work–life balance

Job summary

Aviagen Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a full-time Farm Manager to lead our state-of-the-art Breeder Farm in Goulburn, NSW. You will manage day-to-day operations, drive production performance and apply poultry breeding best practices.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of poultry production experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to animal welfare. Relocation sponsorship and a company housing allowance are available for the right person.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of poultry production experience.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of animal welfare codes and biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Breeder Farm.
• Drive production performance and implement best practices.
• Lead and develop farm staff and ensure safe, ethical operations.
• Collaborate with senior management on continuous improvement.

Skills

Poultry knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Staff development

Job description

Job Description Summary:

• 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/allowance and performance-based incentives!
• Sponsorship available for the right candidate!

Job Description:

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.

Benefits

In return for your hard work you will receive an attractive salary circa $100,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super and additional benefits including:

• Relocation assistance/sponsorship (for the right candidate)
• A company house with utilities/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

We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen!

Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry.

In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring. Are you ready for the adventure?