Production Manager – New Zealand Operations
ProTen is excited to be expanding our operations into New Zealand, and we are seeking an experienced and motivated Production Manager to play a key role in this growth. Reporting across ProTen’s New Zealand operations, this role will be responsible for overseeing transition of existing new acquisitions to ProTen, integrating systems, processes and people, and delivering key projects,
supporting operational performance, and driving continuous improvement across our farms. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing, dynamic agribusiness. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities, and is passionate about operational excellence and team leadership.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Experience in managing broiler farm operations, strong leadership and team development skills, and a proactive, hands-on approach to farm management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving operational excellence, a commitment to SHEQ standards, and the ability to promote a positive WHS culture. Physical fitness for farm duties is required, along with the right to work in Australia. A pre-employment functional assessment, including drug and alcohol testing, will be conducted.
About ProTen
ProTen is Australia’s largest corporate meat chicken grower, setting the standard in broiler farm operations and development. With over 800 poultry sheds across 70 farms strategically located in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, and Queensland, ProTen is at the forefront of the industry. Our current farms have the capacity to produce over 200 million broiler chickens annually, contributing to over 25% of Australia’s total broiler chicken production.
At ProTen, we are driven by a simple but powerful mission – “We grow the chickens”. Our role is much more than just producing food – it’s about contributing to the health and well-being of consumers. This mission is something we take to heart, and it’s why we are committed to caring for our people, our communities, our animals, and the land we work on. It’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Which is underpinned by our core values of “Teamwork, Professional, Communication, Caring and Curious”.
What We Offer
Competitive and highly attractive remuneration package based on skills and experience, including generous performance-based incentives, plus superannuation, access to salary packaging.
- Opportunities for career progression as our operations continue to expand.
- A supportive workplace culture focused on your professional development.
- Travel & Relocation Assistance (if needed)
- Equal opportunities regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or life stage.
We’re looking for someone passionate, open-minded, and driven to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.
Important Information: Due to strict quarantine requirements, we cannot accept applications from individuals who:
- Regularly come into contact with pigs or birds, including those kept at your
residence.
- Live with someone who works in other poultry or pig operations.
Howto Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, APPLY NOW! For more information about ProTen and what we do, visit our website: www.ProTen.com.au
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