Livestock Advisor - New Plymouth

At Tegel, we've been feeding Kiwi families for generations.

As a market leader in the poultry industry, we take pride in delivering world-class productsthat our customers love — and we know that behind every great product is atalented, passionate team.

From farm to fork, innovation and excellence drive everything we do.About the roleWe're on the lookout for a dedicatedLivestock Advisorto join our New Plymouth regional team.

In this critical on-the-ground full time permanent role, you'll work autonomously to ensure that broiler production targetsare achieved — while championing thehealth, welfare, and biosecurityof our flocks.This is a role that combines technical know-how, relationship management, and real impact.

You'll be working closely with contractors and farm teams to monitor performance, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with Tegel's high standards of animal care and compliance.What you'll be doing?

No two days will be the same, but your responsibilities will include : Driving performance improvements across growth, health, and welfare outcomes in your assigned farmsSupporting compliance across quality, safety, environmental, and animal welfare standardsCollaborating with internal stakeholders - Breeders, Hatchery, Feedmill and Processing - to resolve on-farm issues and unlock opportunitiesLeading or contributing to key farming projects, ensuring clarity, consistency, and outcomes aligned with business goalsProviding relief management for company-operated farms as neededManaging daily operations and maintaining alarm system coverageFlexibility in working hours to respond to operational demandsThis role includes atool-of-trade vehicleto support your mobility and on-site presence.What will you bring : Minimum 1-year related experience in Broiler farm services or poultry industryA relevant tertiary qualification inAgricultural Scienceor similarVeterinary experience (will be an added advantage)Working knowledge ofcompliance and biosecurityframeworksA modern, ethical approach to animal welfare and farming practicesStrong communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindsetWhat is in it for you?

Competitive salary + tool-of-trade vehicleMedical and Life InsuranceAccess tostaff sales- discounted premium Tegel productsOngoinglearning & development opportunitiesThe chance to join a business that's proud of its legacy and passionate about the future

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