Job Description -
- Experienced Poultry Farm worker required
- +40hrs per week 5/6 days
- Alternate weekends required
- Salary – £31,000-£38,000 dependant on experience
- Family-owned farm comprising of 32,000 free range laying hens situated in the Leicestershire countryside.
- Potential candidates must be self-motivated, be able to work off their own initiative and will be required to work on their own at times
- Valid Full Driving Licence required
- Candidates will be required to pass Lion passport training after trail period -online module
- MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH LIVESTOCK AND GENERAL FARMING
Bird welfare and Egg Production
- Daily care of layer hens, ensuring their health and welfare.
- Monitor birds for signs of illness, injury, or behavioural changes and report concerns to the Farm Manager.
- Support daily egg collection, grading, and recording of production figures.
- Maintain correct lighting, ventilation, and temperature conditions in poultry houses.
- Handle birds safely and in line with welfare regulations and farm policies.
Biosecurity
- Ensure Strict Bio Security protocols, including changing clothing, footwear, and using disinfection areas correctly.
- Ensure poultry houses and surrounding areas meet high cleanliness and welfare standards.
Feed Management:
- Check feed levels daily, report shortages, and support troubleshooting of any feed‑related issues.
- Ensure feeding and drinking systems are functioning correctly and report any faults.
Farm Hygiene and Cleaning:
- Carry out routine cleaning of equipment, walkways, nest boxes, and egg belts.
- Support washout and preparation of poultry houses between flocks.
Record Keeping and Reporting:
- Accurately record egg numbers, floor eggs, mortality, temperatures, and other daily operational data.
- Use manual logs or digital tools in line with farm processes and compliance requirements.
- Assist the Farm Manager by providing clear and timely operational updates and helping prepare information for audits or inspections.
Pay: £32,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
Experience:
- Farming: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
