About the Role
Olam Agri is a market-leading, differentiated food, feed, and fiber agribusiness with a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets. We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-driven Farm Manager - Hatchery to lead our daily and strategic agricultural operations in Nigeria. In this critical role, you will manage diverse poultry setups including layer and broiler breeders, leveraging modern automated systems for feeding, ventilation, and egg collection to maximize farm productivity and animal welfare.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate and supervise daily farm operations to achieve production goals, quality standards, and budget requirements.
- Manage poultry operations using modern automated technologies to enhance efficiency and animal welfare.
- Ensure strict compliance with operational protocols, biosecurity measures, and international standards.
- Apply best practices in nutrition, health monitoring, vaccination, and parental stock management to optimize flock performance.
- Monitor and analyze key farm health indicators such as mortality rates, growth consistency, egg production, and hatchability.
- Implement sanitation, preventive medication, and labor hygiene procedures to maintain optimal farm conditions.
- Lead, mentor, and develop farm staff to foster responsibility, high performance, and professional growth.
- Collaborate with veterinary and technical teams to address health and operational challenges promptly.
- Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Sciences or Agricultural Sciences (Animal Production or a related discipline).
- Postgraduate studies or specialization in Poultry Production, Pathology, or related fields is a strong advantage.
- 10 to 15 years of experience in farm or livestock operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Demonstrated experience working with modern, automated farming systems.
- Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning within a global agribusiness leader.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment promoting innovation and sustainability.