Oversee the farm biosecurity, animal health, and welfares of pigs in all contract growing farms.
Develop and implement disease prevention, vaccination, medication, and treatment programs.
Conduct regular farm visits to physically audit the farm biosecurity, animal health, and welfare to ensure continuity of the business operations.
Diagnoses disease or any abnormal conditions through physical, behavioral observation, and diagnostics results as basis for proper treatment.
Performs an epidemiological evaluation of disease outbreak, disease movement, and seasonality of disease to establish preventive measures applicable to each farm.
In case disease outbreaks; investigate and implement immediate control and containment measures.
Lead surveillance, sampling, reporting, and compliance with Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) requirements for ASF and other diseases as necessary.
Provide technical guidance and training to Production Officers, farm personnel, and contract growers on animal health and best management practices.
Ensure proper use and inventory of veterinary medicines, vaccines.
Maintain accurate veterinary, treatment, and production records and prepare regular health and performance reports.
Coordinate with laboratories, government agencies, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding animal health concerns.
Support operational decision affecting farm productivity, pig welfare, and profitability.
Monitors the mortality and morbidity rate of all farms being supervised and collects data of established facts.
Qualifications
A graduate of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with a valid PRC Veterinary License.
At least 2-3 years of experience in commercial swine production, preferably in contract-growing operations.
Strong knowledge of swine diseases, biosecurity, production management, and ASF prevention.
Has a valid Driver’s license and is knowledgeable in driving a 4-wheel vehicle.
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Above average: reading comprehension, writing, speaking, and presentation skills; must have the ability to generate concise and effective reports.
Must be able to understand and explain the basic financial ratios (e.g. Return of Investments, Internal Rate of Return, etc.); must know how to prepare and analyze cost benefit analysis and feasibility studies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Must be a critical thinker and has the ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems or other business-related issues.
Must have strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills and can interact with employees, customers, and colleagues in a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to supervise and manage tasks and personnel to achieve company objectives. Must have the ability to discipline subordinates that go against company rules, work ethics, and values.
Superior time management by managing ones' own time and the time of others.
Must be a competent driver with a valid driver's license and is accredited by the company.
Must be able to act ethically and honestly, with fairness and without consideration for personal gain in dealing with buyers, customers, and fellow team members.
Uphold company's values and complies with the company code of ethics.
