Junior Farm Manager, Layer Poultry Operations

Joubert & Associates; Paterson; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Yolk is a large, established layer poultry farm seeking a Junior Farm Manager to join our team in South Africa. The role focuses on assisting in the management of layer farming activities, houses, and stock, with emphasis on bio-security and production planning.

You will supervise team members, handle administrative tasks, and contribute to efficient farming operations. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification, have exposure to agriculture (preferably poultry), and

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification (diploma/degree) beneficial.
• Previous exposure to the agriculture industry will strengthen the application.
• Exposure to a layer poultry production environment will be beneficial.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Solid interpersonal skills and professional administrative and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of layer poultry farming and all related farming activities.
• Assist in the management of poultry houses.
• Personnel management.
• Ensure adherence to bio-security measures.
• Assist with production planning.
• Assist with stock management and purchases.
• Administration of checklists and farming operations.
• Assist with maintenance and inventory management of equipment, vehicles and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Bio-security

Production planning

Interpersonal skills

Administrative and computer skills

Education

Diploma / Degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Golden Yolk is a large, established layer poultry farm seeking a Junior Farm Manager to join our team in South Africa. The role focuses on assisting in the management of layer farming activities, houses, and stock, with emphasis on bio-security and production planning.

You will supervise team members, handle administrative tasks, and contribute to efficient farming operations. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification, have exposure to agriculture (preferably poultry), and