Assistant Hatchery Manager, Assistant Hatchery Manager

Assistant Hatchery Manager

Location: Carn Hatchery, Portadown

Department: Hatchery

Reports to: Hatchery Manager

Shift: 2 week rotating shift pattern. Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun - 60 hours. Week 2: Wed and Thurs - 24 hours. Hours of work - 06.00AM to 6.00PM.

Are you ready to drive your career forward in hatchery management? We are looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Hatchery Manager at Carn Hatchery, Portadown. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a key area of poultry agriculture and gain hands-on management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage critical hatchery operations, including egg handling, incubation, and chick dispatch.
• Train and lead hatchery staff to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
• Oversee transport logistics for eggs and chicks, as well as vehicle maintenance schedules.
• Monitor hygiene standards and enforce biosecurity protocols.
• Maintain and service hatchery equipment, including incubators and hatchers.
• Keep accurate records of production and performance.
• Provide on-call cover during nights and weekends as part of a rota

Essential Requirements

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• People management expertise and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and computer literacy.
• A valid driving license for transport coordination.

Desirable Skills

• Previous poultry management or livestock handling experience.
• A third-level qualification in a relevant field.
• Previous hatchery experience

Why Work for Pilgrim's Europe?

At Pilgrim's Europe, we recognise that our people drive our success. Joining us means becoming part of a respected and forward-thinking agri-food business committed to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

You'll Enjoy

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement plus the option to buy additional days
• Autonomy in how you deliver results
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
• Professional development opportunities with access to leadership training and mentoring
• Employee discounts and access to a range of benefits through our rewards platform
• A values-driven culture built on trust, teamwork, and respect

Our values shape everything we do at Pilgrim's Europe:

Availability - We're open and ready for new challenges.

Humility - We listen, respect, and value every voice.

Discipline - We deliver on our commitments.

Sincerity - We are honest and authentic in every interaction.

Simplicity, Ownership, and Determination - We focus on what matters most to achieve success together.