• 24 shed operation
• Housing and vehicle provided
• Tamworth region

About the Business

Our client is a leading player in the Australian agricultural sector, with a significant footprint in broiler production and a growing portfolio of farming assets. With a clear focus on operational excellence, capability uplift and long-term sustainability, the business is investing in its people and infrastructure to drive consistent, high-quality production outcomes.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Farm Manager to take full responsibility for a 24-shed poultry operation located in the Tamworth region.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a small on-farm team and oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations, ensuring strong performance across production, animal welfare, safety, and compliance.

This is a practical leadership role requiring a strong on-farm presence and a proactive, accountable approach.

What’s on Offer

• Attractive salary package
• On-farm housing provided
• Farm vehicle included
• Stable role within a well-established, growth-focused business
• Opportunity to take ownership of a large-scale, high-performing operation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day farm operations
• Drive best practice standards in bird welfare, productivity, and safety
• Oversee feed systems, silos, sheds, and infrastructure
• Supervise, coach, and develop a small team
• Deliver production targets and operational KPIs
• Ensure accurate and timely compliance and performance reporting
• Manage labour planning and rostering
• Implement preventative and reactive maintenance programs
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment

About You

You are a practical, hands-on leader who thrives in a structured, performance driven environment.

You will bring:

• Experience in poultry or intensive livestock production
• Proven ability to deliver against production and performance targets
• Strong leadership capability with a small team
• Ability to work autonomously and take full ownership of operations
• A strong commitment to workplace health & safety
• Solid computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• A reliable, accountable work ethic with a focus on outcomes
• Formal qualifications in agriculture, poultry, or livestock management are highly regarded.

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced farming professional looking to step into a hands-on leadership role with real responsibility and an opportunity for career growth, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via the Jobs page at www.bluhat.com.au. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.