Operations Manager
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Job Summary
Job Title: Operations Manager Poultry
Role Overview
Lead and manage all poultry operations across farms (layers breeders hatchery)
Ensure optimal production performance cost efficiency and biosecurity compliance
Drive continuous improvement in flock performance staff capability and operational
systems
Key Responsibilities
Production & Performance
- Oversee day-to-day operations across all poultry sites
- Monitor and improve key KPIs:
- Egg production % vs target
- Mortality rates
- Feed conversion ratios (FCR)
- Egg size and quality distribution
- Ensure timely and efficient depletion and placement planning
- Drive improvements in onset of lay and peak production performance
Farm Management
- Supervise farm managers and ensure proper execution of daily routines
- Maintain optimal stocking densities lighting programs and environmental control
- Ensure correct feed programs across all stages
- Oversee water ventilation and equipment functionality
Hatchery Operations
- Manage hatchery performance including hatchability % chick quality and throughput
- Coordinate egg flow egg age management and setting plans
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of hatchery equipment
Biosecurity & Health
- Enforce strict biosecurity protocols across all sites
- Implement and monitor vaccination programs
- Work closely with veterinarians on disease prevention and control
- Respond rapidly to health issues (e.g. AI risks mortality spikes)
- People Management
- Lead train and develop farm and hatchery teams
- Set clear KPIs and accountability structures
- Ensure discipline planning and communication standards are maintained
- Build a strong second layer of management
Supply Chain & Planning
- Coordinate with feed mill procurement and logistics teams
- Ensure availability of feed vaccines and consumables
- Manage bird movements sales and distribution planning
- Systems & Reporting
- Utilize ERP systems (e.g. Syspro) to track production and stock
- Analyze data to identify performance gaps and implement corrective actions
- Prepare daily weekly and monthly operational reports
Cost Control
- Manage cost per bird
- Identify inefficiencies and implement cost-saving initiatives
- Control labour feed and operational expenses
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in poultry operations (layers breeders or hatchery)
- Strong understanding of poultry production systems and KPIs
- Experience managing multiple sites and teams
- Knowledge of vaccination programs and biosecurity standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with ERP systems (Syspro advantageous)
- Hands-on results-driven and highly operational
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Operational discipline and execution
- Data-driven decision making
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Strong communication and accountability
Success Indicators
- Improved production performance vs targets
- Reduced mortality and improved flock health
- Improved FCR and cost efficiency
- Strong accountable farm management teams
- Consistent hatchery performance and chick quality
