Harvest Manager

Job Purpose:Supervise and coordinate poultry catching teams to ensure birds are caught, handled, loaded, and transported safely and efficiently while minimizing bird stress, injuries, mortality, and product losses.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise catching teams during broiler catching and loading operations.Plan and coordinate catching activities according to the production and transportation schedule.Ensure proper handling of birds to minimize injuries, stress, and mortality.Monitor team productivity and ensure required catching targets are achieved.Ensure compliance with company animal welfare, health, safety, and biosecurity standards.Coordinate with Farm, Transportation, and Processing teams regarding catching schedules and bird movements.Ensure catching equipment, crates, and vehicles are properly prepared and available.Monitor loading procedures and ensure birds are distributed appropriately in transport crates.Record and report catching quantities, mortality, injuries, delays, and operational issues.Train and guide catching team members on proper bird handling and safety procedures.Ensure employees follow PPE, hygiene, and biosecurity requirements.Address operational issues and coordinate with management for immediate corrective action.Monitor attendance, discipline, and performance of catching team members.Ensure farms and work areas are left clean and properly managed after catching activities.

Requirements

Diploma or relevant qualification is preferred.2–4 years of experience in poultry catching, broiler farms, live operations, or a similar role.Previous supervisory/team leadership experience is preferred.Good knowledge of poultry handling and animal welfare practices.Ability to manage and motivate a team in a physically demanding environment.Good communication and coordination skills.Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays when required.Basic reporting and documentation skills.Key Skills:Team supervisionPoultry handlingAnimal welfareFarm operationsWorkforce coordinationProblem-solvingSafety & biosecurityTime managementCommunication and reporting