Your new company A well-established, fully integrated food production business with operations spanning the full life cycle from breeding and production through to processing and packaging. The organisation is known for its strong focus on quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.Your new role As Hatchery Manager, you will report to the Breeder Hatchery Manager and take responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the hatchery. You will lead and manage a team to ensure optimal performance, high-quality output, and strict adherence to compliance and biosecurity standards.Your key responsibilities will include:Managing daily hatchery operations, including egg intake, incubation, transfer, and dispatchOrganising team schedules, allocating workload, and driving performance across the departmentMonitoring egg inventory levels, deliveries, and production outputEnsuring the delivery of high-quality day-old stock in line with operational targetsManaging departmental budgets and identifying opportunities for cost efficienciesCoordinating maintenance activities and supporting preventative maintenance programmesEnforcing company procedures, including hatchery standards and biosecurity protocolsMonitoring performance across all stages from egg receipt through to dispatchLiaising with supply farms and production teams regarding quality and performanceSupporting ongoing continuous improvement initiatives across the site7am to 3:30 pm. Please note there is a requirement to be on call.What you'll need to succeed Previous experience within a hatchery or similar production environment (essential)Prior supervisory or management experienceA relevant qualification in animal science, agriculture, or a related field (desirable)Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced environmentFull clean driving licenceFlexibility to be located close to siteWhat you'll get in return This is an opportunity to join a progressive and growing organisation where you will have full ownership of a critical function, with scope to drive improvements and make a tangible impact on performance.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be WHJS1_NI