Baiada is seeking an experienced Poultry Farm Manager to lead day-to-day farm operations and ensure production targets are met while maintaining the highest standards across animal welfare, biosecurity, food safety, and workplace safety. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys operational ownership and leading teams in a rapid-paced farming environment.

About the Client
Passionate about producing premium quality poultry products through the Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, our client Baiada has been bringing Australian families together at the dinner table since 1919.
As one of Australia's largest poultry producers, Baiada is committed to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, safety, and operational excellence across its farming and processing operations.

About the Role
As the Farm Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of day-to-day farm operations, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining animal welfare, biosecurity, safety, and company standards. This position requires strong leadership, operational planning, and a hands-on approach to farm management.

- Take responsibility for the overall performance and operation of the farm
- Lead and supervise the farm team, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
- Monitor bird health, welfare, and farm conditions to achieve optimum production results
- Ensure all biosecurity and animal welfare requirements are consistently maintained
- Oversee daily farm activities, including shed checks, bird placements, and flock management
- Maintain accurate production, performance, and compliance records
- Ensure farm equipment, sheds,



and facilities are maintained to a high standard
- Drive a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with WHS requirements
- Work closely with management and technical teams to achieve farm objectives
- Identify and address operational issues as they arise
- Manage farm resources effectively to support production targets
- Ensure all company policies, procedures, and standards are followed

Skills & Experience:
To be successful in this role, you will:

- Have previous experience in poultry, livestock, or agricultural farm management
- Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills
- Have a sound understanding of animal welfare and biosecurity requirements
- Be capable of making operational decisions and working independently
- Possess strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Have experience with record keeping and basic computer-based reporting systems
- Understand Workplace Health and Safety requirements and compliance obligations
- Hold relevant agricultural or livestock qualifications (desirable but not essential)
- Be reliable, proactive, and committed to achieving operational targets

Why Join Baiada?

- Join one of Australia's leading poultry producers
- Lead a dedicated and supportive team
- Work in a role that offers responsibility, autonomy, and career growth
- Be part of an organisation committed to safety, animal welfare, and continuous improvement

If you are an experienced agricultural leader looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply
Click APPLY or contact the Baiada Recruitment Team on 02 6762 9*** or *************@chandlermacleod.com for a confidential discussion.

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