Roll:

• To provide technical support to assist the Farm Manager in poultry and egg production, servicing and marketing.

Responsibilities:

• Examining topographical, physical and soil characteristics of farm land to determine its most effective use to retain nutrient and build soil health through regenerative practices.
• Ensure optimum livestock health.
• Analyse egg production results and livestock metrics to optimise performance.
• Monitor livestock and gauge effectiveness of feed formulae - diets must be formulated to provide all the bird's nutrient requirements to achieve optimum results.
• Providing advice, training and technical support and services on technology solutions such as sensors, farm management software, data and robotics.
• Installing, programming, testing, repairing and maintaining animal and crop health monitoring equipment.
• Developing, maintaining, and operating complex technological systems and equipment used in farm production, including analysing data and preparing reports.
• Collecting and collating data for research and animal husbandry purposes.
• Updating records for the efficient management of the enterprise including layer performance ; egg care; vaccination; feed formulae.
• Arranging the supply and administration of pharmaceuticals, vaccines and other chemicals to the farm and giving advice on their use.
• Perform autopsies and identify pathogenic microorganisms, parasites and insects and weeds harmful to livestock and devise methods of control.
• Maintenance of good livestock health including; prevention of disease; early recognition of disease; early treatment of disease.
• Maintain Quality Assurance Program. Planning livestock depopulation and shed change overs.
• Maintaining safe working practices and a safe working environment.

Requirements:

Our ideal candidate is an experienced Animal Husbandry Technician with a minimum of two years full time work experience and a minimum Australian Diploma/ Advanced Diploma or equivalent. IN the absence of qualification, 5 years full time relevant work experience is required.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Caring attitude towards poultry livestock and willingness to do the tasks assigned and comply with all relevant legislation and required work standards.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication.
• Time management.

If you feel you meet the above requirements please forward your Resume and Cover Letter detailing why you are suited for this role.