Assistant Hatchery Manager
Location: Carn Hatchery, Portadown
Department: Hatchery
Reports to: Hatchery Manager
Shift: 2 week rotating shift pattern
Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun - 60 hours
Week 2: Wed and Thurs - 24 hours
Hours of work - 06.00AM to 6.00PM
Are you ready to drive your career forward in hatchery management?
We are looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Hatchery Manager at Carn Hatchery, Portadown. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a key area of poultry agriculture and gain hands-on management experience.
Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will:
- Manage critical hatchery operations, including egg handling, incubation, and chick dispatch.
- Train and lead hatchery staff to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
- Oversee transport logistics for eggs and chicks, as well as vehicle maintenance schedules.
- Monitor hygiene standards and enforce biosecurity protocols.
- Maintain and service hatchery equipment, including incubators and hatchers.
- Keep accurate records of production and performance.
- Provide on-call cover during nights and weekends as part of a rota
Essential Requirements: To succeed in this role, you must have:
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- People management expertise and problem-solving abilities.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and computer literacy.
- A valid driving license for transport coordination.
Desirable Skills: Additional qualities we value include:
- Previous poultry management or livestock handling experience.
- A third-level qualification in a relevant field.
- Previous hatchery experience
Why Work for Pilgrim’s Europe?
At Pilgrim’s Europe, we recognise that our people drive our success. Joining us means becoming part of a respected and forward-thinking agri-food business committed to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
You’ll Enjoy
Competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement plus the option to buy additional days
Autonomy in how you deliver results
Comprehensive wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
Professional development opportunities with access to leadership training and mentoring
Employee discounts and access to a range of benefits through our rewards platform
A values-driven culture built on trust, teamwork, and respect
Our values shape everything we do at Pilgrim’s Europe:
Availability - We’re open and ready for new challenges.
Humility - We listen, respect, and value every voice.
Discipline - We deliver on our commitments.
Sincerity - We are honest and authentic in every interaction.
Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination - We focus on what matters most to achieve success together.
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