Company Name: QL Farms Sdn. Bhd.
Work Location: Tawau, Sabah
Position Title: Farm Manager (Layer)
Snapshot of the role:
We are seeking a dynamic Farm Manager to lead our Layer farm operations, ensuring the highest standards of productivity, animal welfare, and efficiency. In this role, you will oversee daily farm activities, implement innovative management practices, and drive sustainable production strategies. With a focus on leadership, you will mentor and motivate a dedicated team, while managing resources and maintaining strict compliance with industry standards and biosecurity measures.You are driven to:
- In charge of the farm production operation by managing and supervising a group of subordinates to ensure smooth running of day-to-day operation.
- Plan, direct and manage farm operations and production achieve the desired production output and quality at the lowest cost.
- Responsible for maintaining the farm house facilities at optimal conditions for their health and growth, this involves monitoring temperature, ventilation, feed consumption, water intake and farm cleanliness.
- Oversee the implementation of flock health and health programs for farm chickens to avoid the spreading of diseases and ensure consistent product quality.
- Monitor production efficiency levels and quality, taking appropriate actions to optimize output.
- Regularly check and determine the appropriateness of feed consumption and water intake level to ensure a good/balanced diet at farms.
- Collaborate with HQ COE team for routine audit to meet the required standards and address any health issues promptly.
- Oversee farm machineries and equipment’s maintenance to ensure minimum downtime and interruption.
- Execute management quality policies, procedure and/or processes to ensure high standards of product quality and compliance with statutory regulations.
- Ensure effective farm manpower utilization efficiently.
- Ensure proper hygiene and cleanliness level to for high standards biosecurity control.
- Ensure plant and employees’ safety & health comply to government requirements.
- Delegate and control work activities, set goals and overseeing the training /development needs of the staff.
- Provide ongoing performance review, guidance and motivation to employees in carrying out their roles and responsibilities.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Degree or Diploma in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Husbandry Science, Livestock Production or other relevant fields.
- Minimum 6 years’ of working experience in poultry farming (Layer/Broiler/Breeder)
- Well-versed in poultry farming practices, including biosecurity protocols, vaccination schedules, disease management, and feed optimization.
- Proven track record in managing and motivating sizable group of subordinates.
- Strong interpersonal skill including ability to adapt relationship at all levels.
- Demonstrated problem solving, decision making and crisis management skills.
- Competent in compiling and analyzing production data to drive efficiency and productivity improvements.
- Passionate about poultry farming with a growth-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate and present ideas effectively in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) ESG and sustainability reporting are added advantage.
- Successful applicants must be willing to work in Tawau OR Kota Kinabalu.
- Interested applicants are invited to email job application to qltawauhq@ql.com.my (Tawau) or stephanielo@ql.com.my (Kota Kinabalu).
Interested? Please apply and send in your updated resume with salary details to ensure faster processing time. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Email:qltawauhq@ql.com.my or stephanielo@ql.com.my.