Head of production Singapore

ROLE PURPOSE:To lead the end-to-end production strategy and govern all farm departments to ensure maximum yield, biosecurity, and operational excellence while maximizing investment effectiveness within approved budgets and regulatory frameworks.FINANCIAL SCOPE:

• Overall production and operations budget control across 7 departments.
• Allocation of spending across livestock, feed, and processing projects.
• Direct impact on total farm P&L, production ROI, and cost-per-egg efficiency.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1.STRATEGIC FARM LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE Lead overall strategy for all 7 departments, managing the total farm lifecycle and infrastructure.IN ORDER TO - Drive sustainable branded growth and ensure long-term food security. 2.INTEGRATED OPERATIONAL ECOSYSTEMDevelop and manage a 360° integrated operation plan across Livestock, Feed Mill, and Processing.IN ORDER TO - Ensure consistent quality and effective supply chain engagement.3.BIOSECURITY & INTERNATIONAL STANDARDSOversee farm touchpoints including biosecurity protocols and international food safety certifications.IN ORDER TO - Strengthen brand presence and support business growth.4.STRATEGY ANALYSIS & PLANNING Analyze market trends and business performance data to support strategic farm decision-making.IN ORDER TO - Drive commercially sound strategies aligned with business objectives.5.BUDGET CONTROL & ASSET MANAGEMENTPlan and allocate budgets for Maintenance, Waste Management, and Production departments.IN ORDER TO - Maximize ROI and ensure spending efficiency.6.P&L & SPENDING GOVERNANCEManage overall product P&L components related to feed and processing costs.IN ORDER TO - Maintain financial discipline and transparency in farm investments.7.CAPABILITY & CULTURE TRANSFORMATIONLead the transformation of the workforce toward a data-driven and performance-oriented culture.IN ORDER TO - Enhance long-term organizational capability and effectiveness.REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Medicine, or Animal Husbandry.Master's degree in Business Administration or a professional qualification is an advantage.Specialized certification in Poultry Management or Food Safety (HACCP).Continuous professional development in smart farming or automation technology.Fluency in English; proficiency in local languages is a plus for worker management.Advanced knowledge of poultry physiology, nutrition, and avian health.Deep understanding of Singapore Food Agency (SFA) regulations and biosecurity standards.Mastery of marketing finance, ROI, and spending governance for large operations.Knowledge of Feed Mill operations and automated grading/processing technologies.Understanding of waste management and environmental sustainability in an agricultural context.High-level strategic thinking and business acumen for long-term farm planning.Strong leadership and people development skills for a diverse workforce.Financial and budget management skills including CAPEX and OPEX oversight.Analytical and data-driven decision-making for yield optimization.Executive-level presentation and stakeholder management for board-level reporting.Ability to lead and influence at the senior management level to drive farm-wide change.Ability to balance bird welfare/biosecurity with aggressive commercial performance.Ability to manage extreme complexity across seven distinct departments and functions.Ability to operate under strict budget, performance, and time constraints.Resilience to lead during crisis situations, such as disease threats or supply chain disruptions.