Website Country Bird Holdings Ltd (CBH)
CBH is a dynamic agricultural business that operates across Africa, comprised of operations that stretch across all major concerns within the sector. Our innovation, diversity and commitment to quality are what set us apart. We currently have operations in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, M… read moreozambique, Swaziland and Nigeria. These operations include feed mills, breeding and hatching facilities, broiler operations, abattoirs as well as logistics and distribution. CBH aspires to be the number one household name in the protein industry throughout Africa. We are consumer-led in providing quality protein products at affordable prices in a sustainable and responsible way. In order to steer towards healthy expansion, we are committed to a safe work environment, encouraging upliftment, and implementing environmentally responsible practices. By embracing the highest possible health and safety standards, CBH strives to set the benchmark for the industry, recognising our responsibility for the health and safety of all of our employees and community stakeholders. We constantly strive to decrease any health and safety risk and incident, choosing to be proactive rather than reactive. There is a defined hierarchy of control in these matters, upholding our legal obligations while following the codes set out by regulatory bodies. At CBH, we recognise that our activities have an impact on the environment. To counter this, we regularly review our activities, adhering to legislation and constantly looking for ways to improve our environmental profile, maintaining awareness throughout our staff from management to all employees. We are quick to respond to concerns raised, working with the relevant environmental organisations and Government and investing both effort and money protecting our resources.
Job Advert Summary
An opportunity has become available within Supreme Poultry Agriculture for a senior team member in the Rearing Department. We are looking for an individual with strong leadership skills combined with a deep, practical knowledge and understanding of Broiler breeders. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the rearing department to ensure the delivery of healthy, uniform birds into lay, while maintaining the highest standards of biosecurity, animal welfare, productivity, and staff management.
For the suitable candidate, Supreme offers an unbeatable working environment, opportunity for development, and a competitive remuneration package. If you thrive in a great culture business, love a team dynamic and believe you can add value to our business, we would love to hear from you.
Minimum Requirements
5 years Experience as a Rearing Manager (or a similar role) in a Broiler Breeder environment
Relevant qualification in Agriculture / Poultry Production (advantageous)
Exceptional people / team leadership skills – Coaching employees and developing your team to ensure they have the capability to meet the performance goals
Committment to Health and Safety, Animal Welfare, Biosecurity and Quality standards
A good understanding of modern farming methods
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint & Word)
Proficiency in English (written and verbal) is essential in this position
Valid driver’s licence
Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends
Duties and Responsibilities
Site Management
Manage the full rearing cycle from placement to transfer, ensuring optimal growth and uniformity
Ensure operational planning, placements and transfers are completed and implemented to achieve optimal production
Ensure smooth execution of bird movements and transfers to laying.
Implement and monitor rearing programmes in line with breeder guidelines and company standards.
Ensure correct feeding, lighting, vaccination, and environmental programmes are followed.
Monitor bird health, behaviour, and performance, and take corrective action where required
Biosecurity, Health & Welfare
Enforce strict biosecurity protocols at all times.
Ensure compliance with animal welfare standards, legislation, and company policies.
Ensure all livestock is treated humanely, and in compliance with company standards
Work closely with veterinarians and technical teams on health plans, vaccinations, and disease prevention.
Ensuring that cleanout and housekeeping duties are done properly (i.e. the houses are properly washed and sanitized at cleanout, grass is kept short, drains on site are kept clean, all waste and debris from the site is removed and buildings on site are maintained)
Maintain accurate health, medication, and mortality records.
Staff Management
Attending to HR/IR matters (i.e. planning leave, time sheets, disciplinary measures, interviews etc.)
Work efficiently in a team environment with tact, patience, and a willingness to work with colleagues, ability to build relationships and be able to work under pressure
Lead, supervise, and develop rearing farm staff.
Ensure staff are trained in biosecurity, animal welfare, health and safety, and operational procedures.
Manage staff performance and productivity.
Ensure effective communication and teamwork on site.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and company HSE standards.
Ensure safe use of equipment, machinery, and chemicals.
Involve the team by encouragement and motivating to deliver safety excellence and promote risk awareness by getting involved and following safety rules and identifying risks
Administration & Reporting
Maintain accurate production, stock, and performance records.
Monitor consumable usage and assist with cost control and budgeting.
Weekly reports as required by the operations manager
Deadlline:11th January,2026
Apply via company website ( N / A ) or
cbh.erecruit.co