Livestock Manager

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Livestock Manager to oversee operations at extensive farm facilities near Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on health, welfare, and productivity of cattle, sheep, and poultry, including feeding programs, breeding strategies, and staff management.

The candidate should have strong animal science knowledge and practical farm management experience, contributing to the farm’s success and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large livestock operations (5+ years).
• Strong knowledge of animal nutrition, reproduction, and welfare.
• Proven ability to supervise and train farm labor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement feeding, breeding, and health programs for all livestock.
• Supervise farmhands and animal caretakers to ensure humane handling.
• Monitor livestock for illness or distress and coordinate veterinary care as needed.
• Maintain records of animal health, breeding, production, and inventory.
• Manage pasture rotation, grazing systems, and farm infrastructure for livestock.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations and biosecurity protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Animal husbandry

Record-keeping

Problem-solving

Staff supervision

Education

Animal Science/Agriculture qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Livestock Manager to oversee operations at their extensive farm facilities near Port Elizabeth . This role is critical for ensuring the health, welfare, and productivity of all livestock, including cattle, sheep, and poultry. You will be responsible for managing feeding programs, breeding strategies, health management, and farm staff, while adhering to the highest standards of animal husbandry and ethical treatment. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership abilities, a deep understanding of animal science, and a practical approach to farm management, contributing to the farm's overall success and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive feeding, breeding, and health management programs for all livestock.
• Supervise and direct farmhands and animal caretakers, ensuring efficient and humane animal handling.
• Monitor livestock for signs of illness or distress, coordinating veterinary care as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of animal health, breeding, production, and inventory.
• Manage pasture rotation, grazing systems, and overall farm infrastructure related to livestock.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations and biosecurity protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in managing large-scale livestock operations.
• In-depth knowledge of animal husbandry, nutrition, and reproduction for relevant species.
• Experience in supervising and training farm labor.
• Strong understanding of animal health management and disease prevention.
• Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and problem-solving skills.
• A qualification in Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for performance bonuses.
• On-site accommodation provided.
• Health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities to attend agricultural expos and training programs.
• Be part of a dedicated team committed to ethical and efficient animal farming.