Job Description

Gramus is seeking an experienced and results-driven Manager to oversee the daily operations of its pig. The successful candidate will manage livestock production, employees, animal health, feeding programmes, biosecurity, inventory and operational costs.

The Manager will be expected to improve productivity, minimise animal mortality and ensure the operates safely, efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and coordinate daily pig-farm operations.
• Manage breeding,, weaning, feeding and animal-growth programmes.
• Monitor livestock health, mortality rates and average market weight.
• Maintain accurate records of births, deaths, treatments, feed consumption and livestock sales.
• Implement and monitor biosecurity, hygiene and disease-prevention procedures.
• Work with veterinary professionals to manage vaccinations, treatments and disease outbreaks.
• Supervise workers and assign daily duties.
• Monitor staff attendance, conduct and performance.
• Manage feed, medication, equipment and other inventory.
• Prepare and monitor operating budgets.
• Control production costs and reduce unnecessary waste.
• Ensure buildings, machinery and equipment are properly maintained.
• Prepare weekly and monthly production and financial reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with animal-welfare, environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Recommend improvements to increase productivity and profitability.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Management or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Practical experience managing pigs or other commercial livestock is strongly preferred.
• Good knowledge of animal health, nutrition, breeding and biosecurity.
• Experience supervising employees and managing daily work schedules.
• Ability to maintain accurate livestock, inventory and financial records.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of budgeting and cost control.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel and other basic record-management systems.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays when necessary.
• A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• High levels of honesty, accountability and attention to detail.