Farm Manager at Farmgistics Nigeria

Farmgistics is an agro based company, primarily involved in the production of birds for meat,Egg production , fishery and Vegatables. We seek to implore best modern farming methods to produce a healthy, edible and nutrient packed products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Manager

Location: Ngor Okpala, Imo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Poultry Farm Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the poultry farm, including the care and management of poultry, maintenance of equipment and facilities, and supervision of farm staff.
• The Manager ensures that the farm operates profitably while maintaining high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety.

Job Description

• Plan and coordinate the daily activities of the farm, including feeding schedules, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Hire, train, and supervise farm workers, ensuring they follow all farm protocols and safety procedures.
• Oversee the care and management of poultry, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their health.
• Implement and monitor biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of disease.
• Monitor the growth rates, feed conversion ratios, and overall health of the flock.
• Ensure proper vaccination and medication schedules are followed.
• Hire, train, and supervise farm workers, ensuring they follow all farm protocols and safety procedures.
• Develop work schedules, assign tasks, and monitor the performance of farm staff. Conduct regular team meetings to address issues, provide training, and ensure effective communication.
• Analyze production costs and implement strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, or any other related field
• Extensive 6-10 years of experience in chick brooding, Egg production, and other poultry-related fields
• Problem-solving orientated, logical and Sophisticated reasoning
• Ability to budget and maintain accurate financial records and also able to work and produce results within a stipulated time.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a copy of their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.