Poultry Site Cleaning & Turnaround Lead

McLean Farms; Pittsworth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Training and development

Career growth

Employee assistance program

Rewards program

Friendly team culture

Company social events

Work-life balance

Job summary

McLean Farms is seeking a hands-on Cleaning Crew Supervisor to lead outdoor operations across multiple poultry sites in Queensland. You will plan, coordinate and oversee daily cleaning, turnaround, and prep tasks, ensuring high hygiene, biosecurity and animal welfare standards.

You will mentor Leading Hands and team members, manage equipment and resources, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in poultry, agriculture or similar operational settings.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and manage time effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
• Experience operating high-pressure cleaning equipment.
• Sound mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Knowledge of biosecurity, animal welfare and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Cleaning Crew teams across multiple poultry sites.
• Plan and coordinate shed cleanouts and turnaround activities to meet production schedules.
• Ensure all cleaning activities meet hygiene, biosecurity and quality standards.
• Train and mentor Leading Hands and team members, including seasonal staff.
• Assist with bird placement, vaccination and depopulation tasks as required.
• Manage cleaning equipment, vehicles and resources for operational efficiency.
• Monitor performance and promote a safe, productive workplace culture.
• Conduct safety inspections and toolbox talks, ensuring WHS compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Poultry/agriculture knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Biosecurity knowledge

Time management

Communication

Equipment operation

Job description

McLean Farms is seeking a hands-on Cleaning Crew Supervisor to lead outdoor operations across multiple poultry sites in Queensland. You will plan, coordinate and oversee daily cleaning, turnaround, and prep tasks, ensuring high hygiene, biosecurity and animal welfare standards.

You will mentor Leading Hands and team members, manage equipment and resources, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced agricultural environment.