Assistant Hatchery Manager, Assistant Hatchery Manager

Location:

Donaghmore Hatchery Department:
Hatchery

Reports to:

Hatchery Manager Shift: 3 week Rotating shift pattern

Week 1 - 4:30 am to 13:30 Mon to Sat
Week 2 - 8-16:00 Tue to Fri
Week 3 - 8-16:30 Mon to Fri

We are looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join our team as an Assistant Hatchery Manager at Donaghmore Hatchery Co. Tyrone. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a key area of poultry agriculture and gain hands-on management experience.

In this role, you will:

• 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.
• Help to maintain and service hatchery equipment, including incubators and hatchers.
• Keep accurate records of production and performance.

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• People management expertise.
• A valid driving license for transport coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional qualities we value include:

• A third-level qualification in a relevant field.
• Previous poultry management or livestock handling experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Good problem-solving abilities

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.

• 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

We’re open and ready for new challenges.

We listen, respect, and value every voice.

We deliver on our commitments.

We are honest and authentic in every interaction.

We focus on what matters most to achieve success together.