Job Description

Role Overview

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The role is to support the Farm Manager in running daily operations across all broiler houses. We require a candidate with a hands‐on approach to livestock welfare and strict biosecurity adherence.

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Role Responsibilities

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- The role will report to the Broiler and Contract Grower Manager.
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- Assisting with the daily management of the farms.
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- Monitoring bird health, welfare, and performance.
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- Maintaining high standards of biosecurity and animal welfare.
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- Helping to manage farm staff providing guidance and support where needed.
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- Ensuring compliance with health, safety and industry regulations.
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- Monitor bird health, mortality rates and feed/water consumption daily.
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- Manage ventilation, lighting and temperature controls.
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- Enforce strict hygiene protocols to prevent disease outbreaks on site.
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- Co-ordinate, schedule and supervise farm staff.
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- Keep meticulous records.
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- Implementing and maintaining 20 Keys.
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- Able to work irregular hours, including weekends, shifts and public holidays.
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Required Qualification And Knowledge

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- Grade 12
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- Agricultural Diploma or Poultry certificate is highly preferred.
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- 2-4 years of broiler production experience.
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- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
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- Focus on people,
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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Valid Driving license
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- Able to work under pressure
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- A pro‐active approach to problem solving and operational challenges.
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- Adaptable to changing environments.
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- Must have a passion for people and animals.
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- Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook).
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- Good Health and sober habits.
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- A positive attitude and eagerness to learn
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What We Offer

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- A competitive, market-related salary package
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- Opportunity to work within Astral Group anywhere within South Africa if positions arise
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- Growing career chance within the company and also within the whole Astral Group as the biggest poultry company in South Africa.
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- Learning and development opportunities
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- The company supports relocation costs in accordance with Company policy
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📌 Assistant Broiler Farm Manager - FTC (Camperdown)
🏢 Astral Foods
📍 Camperdown