Livestock Farm Manager - Fujairah, United Arab Emirates - Al Mayya Group

Ahmed Al-Mansouri

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Description

The _
Livestock Farm Manager_ is responsible for overseeing the daily financial and physical performance and operations of the farm through sustained leadership, management, technical and business skills.

Responsible for implementing the short
- and long-term business plans, for driving the business and working with the farm team to ensure the farm's success and optimizing the business performance and profitability in line with business strategy, company policy and direction.


Responsibilities:


  • Work with the CEO to develop the business plan and annual budget.
  • Operate and manage the ET/IVF breeding programs of the Farm.
  • Oversee Dairy and Livestock production (meat and milk) as per the production plan.
  • Provide technical advice on issues raised pertaining to livestock, dairy etc.
  • Oversee and monitor seasonal expenditure in line with the budgeted cash flow.
  • Source and maintain an international network of Suppliers.
  • Liaise with key local & international professionals e.g. vet, fertilizer rep, stock agents and contractors to ensure smooth operation of the farm.
  • Oversee the development, review and management of repairs and maintenance for the farm, its machinery and infrastructure.
  • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to Feed production management.
  • Oversee feed budgeting and negotiate feed contracts to achieve production targets.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of an annual nutrient management plan.
  • Ensure Dairy remains in compliance with all Organic, and State and Federal regulations.
  • Oversee animal health program: maintain the herd with the computerized record keeping for herd health and productivity.
  • Maintain and monitor the calf raising systems.
  • Develop and maintain an organic pasture plan for all the animals.
  • Ensure the farm maintains quality standards.
  • Active participation in all activities associated with the management of workplace health and safety.
  • Identification and reporting of hazard/danger, accidents, near misses, and property damage at the workplace Ensure that health and safety policies and procedures adhered to.
  • Ensure the appropriate training and record keeping is undertaken.
  • Ensure proper use of appropriate safety gear / equipment at all times.
  • Oversee the farm within consent conditions.
  • Work within best practice environmental guidelines.
  • Maintain the esthetics and fencing on the farm Oversee and ensure any development work is undertaken with appropriate consents.
  • Recruit and select staffing for all farm positions.
  • Ensure new staff are inducted and aware of company policies and are given role clarity.
  • Provide training/coaching to direct reports to enable them to competently carry out tasks required of them Conduct annual staff performance reviews on direct reports.
  • Maintain employment records and personal files.


The job description and the site of employment can be revised as per the requirements and on the discretion of the Company.


Education:

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field.


Experience:

Proven experience in livestock management, preferably in a managerial or supervisory role.


Skills:


  • Knowledge of animal husbandry, breeding, and nutrition
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills.
  • Familiarity with relevant farm equipment and technologies.
  • Understanding of business and financial management principles.

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