- Cook Caledon
- Feedem Recruitment in Caledon, , South Africa
- jobs
- 3 weeks ago
jobs description
IntroductionEFRC Agri Operations Farm, CaledonThe successful candidate will be responsible for co-managing the Löttershof Free Range Broiler farm, under EFRC Agri Operations. (Site: 15 X 2000 m2 Houses)Duties & Responsibilities• Manage and farm at Löttershof Farm.• Grow free range chicken according to Free Range Code of Practice.• Manage workers according to EFRC codes, Health and Safety ...Standards, HR procedures and Policies.• Lead farm team to perform to the best of their ability.• Manage EFRC Agri Operations budget and expenses.• Execute CAPEX projects and farm trials.• Manage external service providers: Shavings; Chick supply; Vaccines; Cleaning; Pest Control; Chemical supply; Waste removal; Borehole water supply and quality.• Site maintenance including chicken houses, roads, and surroundings.• Active involvement in and management of all facets of risk management is essential.• Manage and lead all emergency responses on farm (aid to surrounding farms).• Form part and integrate with local farming community.• Report performance data daily on group database.• Form part of the Grower Manager team supplying to Elgin Free Range Chickens.Desired Experience & Qualification• Minimum - Diploma in Animal Production or a BSc Agric Animal Science.• Experience: 5 years in Poultry Farming/ Farm Management will be an advantage but not essential.• Knowledge of broiler growing and management: Animal Welfare, Stockmanship, Chick Management, Provision of Feed and Water, Broiler nutrition, Health and Biosecurity, Housing and Environment, Monitoring live weight and Uniformity of Performance, Pre-processing Management will be an advantage.• Computer skill (Microsoft Office).• Excellent verbal, writing and communication skills.• Leadership and management skills.• Basic health & safety background and mechanical insights.• Rational planning & organizing.• Driver’s license; Code 10; Tractor/ Digger.• Must be willing to work early shifts, overtime, Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays when required.Package & RemunerationMarket related
Caledon South Africa