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Trainee Hatchery Foreman Rainbow Chicken Jobs in Malmesbury, South Africa at Trending Talent Solutions
Position: Trainee Hatchery Foreman – Malmesbury – Rainbow Chicken
Location: Malmesbury
Role Purpose:
To perform hatchery tasks in the daily operations and to gain the necessary skills and experience to perform the Foreman’s duties when required.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Grade 12
Tertiary qualification in Agriculture/Animal Production/Animal Sciences will be an advantage
Valid Code drivers’ license will be an advantage
Required Experience:
Ability to work shift work / standby / overtime.
At least 2 – 4 years’ relevant hatchery experience.
Minimum of 1 year supervisory and people leadership experience.
Knowledge of MS Office
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge
Basic understanding of hatchery production and operations.
Agricultural and hatchery operations and processes
At least 5 years experience in a hatchery environment
Good people management skills
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Interpersonal
Numeracy
Computer literacy
Good analytical skills
Attention to detail
Key Responsibilities:
Grading
Grading, receiving, and recording egg core temperatures.
Coordinate and manage the egg bank.
Planning of flocks to be set and setter cards.
Maintaining pre-heat room and preheating of egg sets.
Monitor cold room temperatures, RH%, and hygiene.
Setters
Monitoring environmental conditions and pressures.
Plan and monitor the setting of eggs in incubators and transfers into hatchers.
Monitor embryo temperatures, record water loss, and ensure accuracy of incubators.
Prepare hatchers for transfer and monitor environmental conditions.
Chick Take off
Check chick quality and contamination of chick debris.
Auditing chick counting and recording variances.
Monitor and record chick quality, weight, and yolk-free body mass.
Analyze and record unhatched eggs per flock and measure vent temperatures.
Ensure availability of vaccines and assist in their preparation and administration.
General Production
Ensure submission of samples to the laboratory as required.
Manage the vaccination process and ensure timely immunizations.
Implement effective rodent control measures.
Hygiene and Biosecurity
Adhere to the VCD and BOP procedures.
Compliance to SHEQ and Risk Management
Training of staff with regards to animal welfare, food safety, equipment within the operation and bio-security procedures.
Maintenance
Test equipment and the standby generator on a weekly basis to ensure reliability and good working order.
Test the alarms in the morning and afternoon, on a daily basis to ensure good working order.
Maintain the hatchery grounds.
Assistance and Support
Assist the Hatchery Foreman in overseeing daily hatchery operations.
Provide support in managing the workforce and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
Help maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with regulations.
Training and Development
Participate in training programs to develop skills required for the Hatchery Foreman role.
Shadow the Hatchery Foreman to learn about hatchery management, resource allocation, and problem-solving.
Attend relevant workshops and courses to enhance technical knowledge and leadership abilities.
Relief Duties
Perform the Hatchery Foreman’s responsibilities during their absence.
Supervise hatchery activities and ensure project timelines are met.
Coordinate with laying farms, suppliers, and other departments.
Handle any issues or emergencies that arise in the hatchery.
Ensure smooth transition and continuity of operations when relieving the Hatchery Foreman.
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Title: Trainee Hatchery Foreman Rainbow Chicken
Company: Trending Talent Solutions
Location: Malmesbury, South Africa
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Food Production)