Exciting opportunity for a Farm Manager to join the team to lead and oversee a state-of-the-art Breeder Farm in Wellington, NSW.Drive continuous improvement with the ability to implement best practice in the production of high-quality, disease-free stock!Enjoy a rural lifestyle and immerse yourself in a supportive community environment!Enjoy an attractive salary circa $85,000 - $95,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super, relocation assistance, a company house and performance-based incentives!Aviagen Australia Pty LtdAviagen Australia Pty Ltd is a cornerstone in the global poultry breeding sector, delivering high-quality broiler chick and turkey grandparent and parent stock across more than 130 countries worldwide. Our Breeding Farms in Wellington, NSW, are integral to our mission, focusing on producing stock that meets our rigorous standards for health, genetic potential, and biosecurity. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we strive to lead the industry in both innovation and ethical practices.When you choose Aviagen, you're not just joining a company - you're becoming a part of a legacy of excellence, innovation, and commitment. The OpportunityWe are now looking for multiple full-time Poultry Farm Managers based in Wellington, NSW.This pivotal role manages a Wellington Breeder Farm, reporting directly to the Wellington Complex Manager, and is accountable for managing day to day operations and enhancing overall production performance through technical abilities and practical skills.More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:Providing strong and supportive leadership ensuring talent development in alignment with company compliance standardsPlanning and coordinating livestock operations to achieve best practice and meet objectivesEnsuring high bird welfare and biosecurity in accordance with company policiesImplementing and adhering to animal husbandry, rearing, and production practicesLiaising with the Wellington Complex Manager on bodyweight profiles and feed rate adjustmentsConducting farm audits to ensure strain security and biosecurity complianceOptimising flock performance and identifying corrective actions for deviations from standardsPromoting Health & Safety through training, regular discussions, and compliance monitoringA mechanical aptitude and the energy and willingness to pitch in on the farm on a daily basis to ensure best performance standards are metWhat We Need From YouTo qualify, you will need a high level of poultry knowledge and a proven record of leadership and management. A minimum of 5 years experience in poultry production operations will be considered essential. Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:Knowledge and understanding of the Animal Welfare codesVery good knowledge of husbandry practices and animal health issuesPlanning, organisational, and interpersonal skillsCommunication and reporting skillsStaff leadership, development, and managementAs our ideal candidate, you will possess strong leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills, as well as a proactive management style and the ability to foster a team-based work environment.This is a role of paramount importance, a candidate who can enhance the overall performance of the operation with their technical abilities and practical skills but is also passionate about animal welfare and driven to achieve high-performance targets will be an ideal fit. BenefitsIn return for your hard work you will receive an attractive salary circa $85,000 - $95,000 (depending on skills and experience) PLUS super and additional benefits including:Relocation assistance (for the right candidate)A company house with utilities includedPerformance-based incentives Work-life balance (Enjoy an average of 40 hours a week and enjoy a healthy work life balance)Your journey begins here - Apply Now!