Passionate about producing premium quality poultry products through the Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, Baiada has been bringing Australian families together at the dinner table since 1919.
As one of Australia's largest poultry producers, Baiada is committed to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, safety, and operational excellence across its farming and processing operations.
About the Role
As the Assistant Farm Manager, you will support the Farm Manager in leading daily farm operations while ensuring animal health, welfare, and productivity targets are achieved. You will assist with staff supervision, training, and operational planning while helping to maintain a safe, compliant, and productive workplace.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Farm Manager in the day-to-day operation of the farm
- Assist in leading, training, and supervising farm staff
- Monitor bird health, welfare, and production performance
- Maintain high standards of animal welfare and biosecurity
- Ensure staff are trained and operating safely at all times
- Assist with production reporting, record keeping, and compliance documentation
- Support the management of WHS, environmental, and quality requirements
- Coordinate daily farm activities and shed operations
- Liaise with Farm Managers and support teams to ensure effective communication
- Identify and assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Support risk management and compliance activities across the farm
- Assist in achieving production, quality, and performance targets
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have previous experience in poultry, livestock, or agricultural operations
- Demonstrate strong animal husbandry skills
- Have experience leading or supervising employees
- Possess a current driver's licence
- Be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Have a sound understanding of animal welfare and biosecurity requirements
- Understand Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices and responsibilities
- Have experience maintaining records and completing basic computer-based reporting
- Be organised, reliable, and able to work independently when required
- Experience within the poultry industry, particularly breeder farming, will be highly regarded
- Join one of Australia's leading poultry producers
- Work alongside experienced Farm Managers and industry professionals
- On-site housing provided
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways within Baiada's farming operations
- Be part of a business committed to safety, animal welfare, and continuous improvement
If you are looking to take the next step in your agricultural career and develop your leadership skills within a leading poultry business, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Click APPLY or contact the Baiada Recruitment Team on 02 6762 9055 or baiadahanwood@chandlermacleod.com for a confidential discussion.
