Namib Poultry (Pty) Ltd is a fully integrated broiler production operation established in 2012 and situated 30 km north of Windhoek on the A1 Highway on the farm Klein Okapuka. Namib Poultry (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer with the following vacancy available. Interested and suitably qualified candidates as well as candidates from the designated groups are invited to apply.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The position is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all laying farm activities, ensuring optimal egg production, bird welfare, biosecurity compliance, cost control, and achievement of production targets. The role ensures that laying flocks perform according to breed standards while supporting the overall objectives of Namib Poultry Industries through effective leadership, planning, and resource management.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Laying Farm Operations Management
- Manage all day-to-day activities of the laying farms.
- Ensure optimal bird health, welfare, and production performance.
- Monitor egg production, feed intake, mortality, egg quality, and flock performance.
- Ensure compliance with breed standards and production targets.
- Oversee feeding, watering, lighting, ventilation and housing systems.
- Ensure implementation of flock management programs.
- Strategic Planning and Coordination
- Develop and implement production strategies to achieve egg production targets.
- Prepare annual operating budgets and resource plans.
- Coordinate closely with Breeder, Hatchery, Feed Mill, Veterinary and Maintenance departments.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout laying operations.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Ensure egg quality standards are achieved and maintained.
- Monitor egg grading, storage and handling procedures.
- Ensure compliance with biosecurity, food safety and animal welfare standards.
- Maintain accurate production and flock records.
- Implement corrective actions arising from audits and inspections.
- Ensure SOPs are maintained and adhered to.
- Equipment and Facility Oversight
- Ensure poultry houses, feeding systems, watering systems, egg collection systems, generators and ventilation equipment are properly maintained.
- Coordinate planned maintenance with technical teams.
- Stock and Inventory Control
- Manage feed, medication, vaccines, litter and consumable inventories.
- Monitor feed consumption and production efficiency.
- Ensure accurate stock control and reporting.
- Assist in supplier management and procurement planning.
- Health, Safety and Biosecurity
- Implement and monitor farm biosecurity programs.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
- Assist in coordinating disease prevention and control measures with veterinarians.
- Investigate and address any disease outbreaks, welfare concerns or biosecurity breaches.
- Ensure all staff adhere to biosecurity protocols.
- Financial and Cost Management
- Assist with capital expenditure planning and implementation.
- Ad Hoc Duties
- Perform ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned by Management.
- Assist with operational requirements outside normal daily responsibilities when required.
- Provide support to other departments and sites when necessary.
- Ensure all additional tasks are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12 (NQF 4).
- Between five (5) and eight (8) years’ experience in managing Breeder production (farms) and applicable Ross breed.
- More than 5 years’ experience in environmentally controlled laying houses by utilising the SKOV controller.
- Namibian citizen or eligible for a Work Permit and/or Permanent Residence.
- Valid Code B driver’s license.
- Fluent in written and Spoken English; being bilingual will be an added advantage.
- Willing and able to work alternating shifts /overtime, alternating weekends, and on Public Holidays as and when required.
- Fully computer literate. (MS Office Suite with advanced Excel)
- Knowledge of bio-security measures and industry regulations.
Closing Date: 27 October 2026
