Hatchery Manager - Lead Quality & Growth (Onsite Housing)

Astral Foods Ltd; Standerton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Onsite housing for family

Job summary

Goldi, part of the Astral Group, seeks a skilled Hatchery Manager to oversee Standerton hatchery operations, ensuring production, quality, hygiene and KPI targets are met. You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, and uphold bio-security and animal welfare standards.

The role requires 5+ years in hatchery or poultry management, a BSC in Agriculture or related qualification, strong leadership, communication and data analysis skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.

Qualifications

• BSc Degree in Agriculture or relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• 5+ years of experience in hatchery operations or poultry management or maintenance management.
• Understanding of hatchery management software and data analysis tools.
• Experience with budget management and financial forecasting.
• Understanding of biosecurity measures and animal welfare.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Focus on people and excellent communication.
• Valid driving license.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Hatchery Operations Manager.
• Manage Standerton based hatchery operations including incubation, hatching and chick delivery, maintenance and ensuring production efficiency and chick quality.
• Mentor and manage hatchery staff, promoting safety and professional growth.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximise productivity while minimising costs.
• Establish and maintain bio-security protocols to safeguard flock health and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain company assets and strive to improve results.
• Work in a team with tact and patience.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety and animal welfare requirements.
• Control production processes and maintain quality and volumes.
• Assist in preparing budgets and controlling running expenses.
• Ensure highest product quality and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to health and safety laws.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
• Implement and maintain operational improvement programmes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Data analysis

Biosecurity knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Education

BSc Agriculture

Tools

Hatchery management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Goldi, part of the Astral Group, seeks a skilled Hatchery Manager to oversee Standerton hatchery operations, ensuring production, quality, hygiene and KPI targets are met. You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, and uphold bio-security and animal welfare standards.

The role requires 5+ years in hatchery or poultry management, a BSC in Agriculture or related qualification, strong leadership, communication and data analysis skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.