Job Description

About The Role

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This assistant management position does not come up often!

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This assistant management position does not come up often! You will be an integral part of a small, effective & multi-cultural team, working side-by-side with an experienced Farm Manager to oversee and coordinate the daily operations at the Killarney Breeder Rearing Farm. As the Rearing Farm Assistant Manager (2IC), you will be a solid support to the Farm Manager with the operation of a 6-shed Rearing production farm in south-east Queensland. This is a development role for future Farm Managers. The position reports directly to the Farm Manager.

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Duties

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- Assist the Farm Manager in the co-ordination of all farm activities for the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.
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- Ensure all tasks are undertaken in a safe manner.
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- Assist the Farm Manager to ensure appropriately trained staff are available for specialist tasks , shed walks, fumigation etc.
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- Under the direction of the Farm Manager, undertake serological monitoring and ensure that all medications are administered as required and in the appropriate manner.
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- Ensure all farm administration duties are performed in accordance with Darwalla guidelines, including the completion of all relevant reports and documentation within specific time requirements.
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- Assist the Farm Manager to engage and lead a team of people.
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Skills & Experience

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The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

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- Previous poultry industry experience is required, preferably in Rearing
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- Conversant with animal welfare standards, legislative obligations and Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures
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- Self-motivated to work independently and to manage multiple tasks
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- A team player who is willing to learn to engage, manage and direct staff
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- Strive to meet industry "best practice" standards
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- Decision making and problem solving skills
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- Excellent communication skills
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- positive attitude
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- Computer skills
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- Current Drivers Licence and Car
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Benefits

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The successful applicant will be offered a competitive remuneration package including salary & mobile phone. Leadership training will be provided.

📌 Rearing Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) Killarney
🏢 Darwalla Group
📍 Killarney