Over the years Woodlands has grown to become one of the largest employers in the Beerwah area with a current workforce of approximately 190 employees.
As the major employer in the area, Woodlands’ staff are loyal with one employee recently retiring after 56 years of employment and a large number of staff celebrating over 15 years service with us.
Due to the size and complexity of the business, Woodlands employs a range of staff to work across various aspects of the business from working on poultry farm to shedding and equipment and transport the produce and equipment.
For Bio-Security purposes, our staff are unable to own, care or keep any avian species at home (i.e. birds, chickens, ducks etc) whilst employed at Woodlands.
This role would suit an experienced broiler grower or a working couple with strong livestock experience who value animal welfare, teamwork and a rural lifestyle.
The Opportunity
The successful applicant will:
- Lease an established 7-shed broiler farm at Woodlands’ Glasshouse Mountains complex.
- Operate as an independent contractor, managing day-to-day farm operations and labour.
- Grow broilers under contract to Woodlands Enterprises, producing birds to agreed welfare, performance and quality standards.
This is a genuine business opportunity, not a wage-based role.
Farm and Infrastructure
- 7 tunnel-ventilated sheds with automated controllers.
- On-site modern 4-bedroom residence included.
- Feed, chicks and technical support supplied by Woodlands Enterprises.
- Backed by a dedicated broiler services, maintenance and support team.
Your Responsibilities
- Independently manage all daily farm operations, including:
- Bird care, feeding, ventilation and flock performance.
- Staff employment, supervision and rostering.
- Maintain high standards of:
- Animal welfare and RSPCA compliance.
- Biosecurity, hygiene and safety.
- Manage farm utilities, routine maintenance and consumables.
- Monitor performance data and work collaboratively with Woodlands Enterprises’ broiler team.
Support Provided
You will be supported by:
- Experienced broiler service staff.
- Nutrition, veterinary and technical specialists.
- Centralised feed supply and logistics.
- Maintenance support for major infrastructure.
About You
You will ideally have:
- Proven experience growing broiler chickens (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of animal welfare, biosecurity and compliance standards.
- Experience managing staff and operating a farm business.
- A hands-on, self-motivated approach and willingness to live on-site.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and partnership.
Applicants with strong livestock experience and the right mindset will be considered. Training support is available.
Contract & Remuneration
- Long-term farm lease with broiler growing contract.
- Payment based on bird placements and production outcomes.
- Independent business structure.
How to Apply
For any queries or questions in relation to this opportunity, please contact 07 5494 6133.
Applications should be submitted in writing, outlining relevant experience and suitability for a lease grower role and sent to [email protected]
