Assistant Hatchery Manager
Assistant Hatchery Manager
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Job Description
Our client is seeking an assistant hatchery manager to assist the Hatchery Manager in overseeing daily hatchery operations ensuring optimal hatchability chick quality biosecurity and production efficiency in alignment with industry best practices and internal standards.
Minimum RequirementsQualifications
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National Diploma or Degree in Animal Production Poultry Science or Agricultural Management (advantageous)
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Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science (minimum)
Experience
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Minimum 3 years experience in poultry hatchery operations including setters hatchers egg handling and chick processing
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Supervisory experience in a poultry production environment is advantageous
Certifications and Additional Requirements
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Understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations
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Biosecurity training (preferred)
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Valid drivers license
Familiarisation Period
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3 to 6 months of training on company-specific systems procedures and quality standards
Housekeeping and Hygiene
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Maintain hygiene and cleanliness across all hatchery areas
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Oversee cleaning schedules and waste management procedures
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Ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals disinfectants and PPE
Quality and Biosecurity
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Monitor incubation parameters to meet hatchability targets
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Conduct chick quality assessments and enforce biosecurity protocols
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Oversee egg quality upon arrival and maintain accurate hatch records
Production and Maintenance
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Monitor setter hatcher and chick processing operations
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Assist with preventative maintenance scheduling
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Track inventory of consumables vaccines and parts
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Compile and submit production reports
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Support planning for egg setting transfers hatching and dispatch
Safety
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Enforce occupational health and safety procedures
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Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with PPE use
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Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
Reporting and Communication
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Daily communication with hatchery staff logistics maintenance and farm teams
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Write reports on production statistics chick quality and incidents
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Poultry hatchery processes from egg reception to chick dispatch
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Incubation parameters and hatchery equipment calibration
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Biosecurity and hygiene standards
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Chick quality grading and trend analysis
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Familiarity with hatchery systems such as Chick Master Petersime or PasReform
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Strong leadership and people management skills
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Analytical and problem-solving ability
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Organisational and time management skills
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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High attention to detail and quality orientation
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Computer literacy (MS Office and production software)
Employment Type
Full-time
