Breeder Farm Supervisor: Supreme Poultry x1
Job Details
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Position: Breeder Farm Supervisor
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Reference Number: CBH260306-1
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Company / Business Unit: Supreme Poultry
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Division: Agriculture
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Department: Kellys View Breeders
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Job Type: Permanent
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Number of Positions: 1
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Location: Kelly’s View (Bloemfontein), Free State, South Africa
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Closing Date: 30 March 2026
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Equity Status: EE Preferred
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Minimum Education: Grade 12 / National Certificate
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Industry: Agriculture
Job Overview
Supreme Poultry is seeking an experienced Breeder Farm Supervisor to manage daily operations at the breeder farm. This role involves overseeing staff, ensuring productivity, and maintaining high standards in animal welfare, food safety, and farm efficiency.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in poultry farming (rearing/laying), strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage operations, people, and performance effectively.
Job Description
The Breeder Farm Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the farm site and its team. This includes managing farm operations, monitoring livestock, ensuring compliance with company standards, and maintaining accurate records.
The role also involves training and guiding staff, analysing operational data, and ensuring that all farm activities align with health, safety, and biosecurity regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Site & Operations Management
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Oversee daily farm operations and ensure smooth running of the site
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Maintain assets, equipment, and installations in good working condition
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Ensure operational efficiency and productivity
Record Keeping & Reporting
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Maintain accurate daily records, including:
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Mortalities
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Egg collection data
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Feed orders
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Water consumption
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Daily production statistics
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Report all relevant data to management
Animal Welfare & Compliance
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Ensure livestock is treated humanely and according to company standards
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Monitor feeding, vaccinations, and general flock health
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Report any irregularities or deviations
Staff Supervision & Training
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Supervise, coach, and support employees
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Train staff according to schedules and operational requirements
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Ensure team understands standards related to:
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Animal welfare
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Food safety
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Quality control
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Planning & Coordination
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Plan daily work activities and assign duties
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Manage time effectively and guide team members
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Ensure tasks are completed within deadlines
Communication & Decision-Making
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Communicate effectively with team and management
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Make decisions within company policies and authority levels
HR & Compliance
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Handle basic IR/HR matters on-site
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Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations
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Monitor adherence to company policies and procedures
Minimum Requirements
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Grade 12 (Matric)
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Strong numerical literacy
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3–5 years’ experience in poultry farming (rearing/laying)
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Good understanding of modern farming methods
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Commitment to animal welfare standards
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Ability to apply poultry management principles effectively
Technical & Additional Skills
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Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) – advantageous
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Ability to analyse reports and operational data
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Strong organisational and leadership skills
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Good communication skills in English (verbal and written)
Advantage
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Degree in Agriculture
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Relevant poultry-related courses