Farm Manager: Rearing (Animal - Poultry)

Agrijob; Kariega; Sur place; ZAR 350 000 - 520 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sovereign, a national supplier of quality chicken products, seeks a Farm Manager: Rearing for its Rearing operations. You will drive KPI achievement to meet day-old chick requirements, report to the Rearing Area Manager, and lead a small team on site.

The ideal candidate will hold a tertiary qualification in animal production or poultry science, with 2 years’ experience in PS management in rearing birds and 1 year supervising a team. Closing date 12 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or diploma in animal production or poultry science with relevant experience.
• Experience in PS management in rearing birds and supervising a small team.

Responsabilités

• Run the farm efficiently by managing costs and reducing wastage.
• Keep houses and assets in top operating condition across the cycle.
• Lead, motivate and retain a small team; train staff to required competency.
• Ensure SOP and BRC adherence in all aspects; complete reports and data analysis.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Data analysis

Planning & organizing

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Formation

Tertiary qualification in animal production or poultry science

Description du poste

Sovereign, a national supplier of quality chicken products to various markets with operations in five provinces, is seeking a thorough and committed individual for the position of Farm Manager: Rearing for its Rearing operations in the Agriculture division. The incumbent of this position will be expected to achieve the required rearing KPIs, which ultimately ensure that the company’s day-old chick requirements are met. The position is on TASK grade T09 and will report to the Rearing Area Manager. The ideal candidate will be in possession of a tertiary qualification in animal production or related poultry science, with 2 years’ experience in PS management in rearing birds and 1 year experience supervising a small team.

Results Required:

• Ensure that the farm is run efficiently by managing costs, and limiting and reducing wastage;
• Ensure that all houses and assets are kept in perfect operating condition throughout the cycle;
• Lead, motivate and retain a team of employees;
• Ensure that all employees are trained to the level of competency required to conduct their respective duties;
• Ensure rigid SOP and BRC adherence in all operational aspects;
• Complete and submit reports, planning schedules and data analysis reports as required;
• Oversee and guide the maintenance effort on the farm to achieve KPIs;
• Contribute to ensuring the safe working conditions of employees on site;
• Provide timeous feedback to superiors regarding challenges, concerns and general performance, to ensure a proactive approach.

Critical Competencies and Skills:

• Ability to work flexi-time, standby, public holidays and weekends, as operationally required;
• Be a quick learner who is able to analyze and interrogate data to optimize performance;
• Be attentive to detail and have good planning and organizational skills in a changing environment;
• Have good computer literacy and strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong leadership abilities;
• Be driven to achieve results and produce quality products;

Preference will be given to applicants of designated groups as defined by the Employment Equity Act. Only appropriately qualified and experienced individuals should submit a detailed CV, accompanied by copies of relevant certificates.

Closing date: 12 October 2026