Poultry Farm Manager

Bluestone Personnel Limited; Killucan; On-site; EUR 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Killucan is seeking a Poultry Farm Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure the health and productivity of the flock. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in poultry farm management and a Level 5 qualification. This position offers an annual salary of €34,000 based on a 39-hour week, along with the opportunity to contribute to animal welfare and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of proven experience in poultry farm management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of poultry production.
• Oversee feeding, breeding, and biosecurity systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and environmental regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Time Management

Manual Handling

Education

Level 5 qualification (including Leaving Certificate)

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

Kiernan Milling Unlimited Company are seeking to employ a Poultry Farm Manager for their site at Mylestown Farm, Mylestown, Killucan, Co. Westmeath. The Poultry Farm Manager will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of the poultry production operations to ensure the health, welfare, and productivity of the flock. The role involves overseeing feeding, breeding, and biosecurity systems, managing staff, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with Irish animal welfare, health, and environmental regulations. Minimum 1‑3 years of proven experience in a poultry farm management role is essential. Remuneration for this role is €34,000 per annum based on 39 hours per week. If you feel you have the relevant qualifications please apply in confidence with your CV to [e-mail].

Sector

• Agriculture, forestry and fishing

Career

• Managerial

Candidate Requirements

• Essential:
• Minimum experience required (years): 1
• Minimum qualification: Level 5 (including Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)
• Desirable:
• Ability skills: Interpersonal Skills, Manual
• Competency skills: Leadership, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Competency skills: Manual Handling