Hatchery Incubation Lead – Operations & Quality

Specialised Breeders Australia Pty Ltd; Rochester; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialised Breeders Australia Pty Ltd in Rochester, VIC, is seeking an Incubation Supervisor to oversee incubation operations, lead a high-performing hatchery team, and drive continuous improvement in hatchability and quality outcomes.

You will coach staff, manage rostering, uphold HACCP and biosecurity standards, and drive safe, efficient processes in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and technical acumen are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in incubation or hatchery operations.
• Proven ability to train and motivate staff.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to animal welfare and biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate setters and hatchers to operate within parameters.
• Conduct daily machine checks and escalate repairs.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures and unit performance.
• Maintain QC, hatch day and maintenance documentation.
• Analyze incubation data to support improvement.
• Provide rostering aligned with business needs.
• Address performance issues and escalate serious matters.
• Meet HACCP requirements and use current document versions.
• Maintain biosecurity and quarantine compliance.
• Promote safe work practices and PPE.

Skills

Incubation tech

Team leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Animal welfare

Biosecurity

Job description

Specialised Breeders Australia Pty Ltd in Rochester, VIC, is seeking an Incubation Supervisor to oversee incubation operations, lead a high-performing hatchery team, and drive continuous improvement in hatchability and quality outcomes.

You will coach staff, manage rostering, uphold HACCP and biosecurity standards, and drive safe, efficient processes in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and technical acumen are essential.