Job Description:
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
We are looking to employ a full time Farm Assistant
This is an excellent permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will assist with the daily management of the farm. Key responsibilities include:
Assist the Farm Manager or the Assistant Farm Manager with the daily tasks of bird inspection during the day and record keeping
Put down the suitable amount of paper and food using the food trailer and compact tractor.
Maintain biosecurity measure (foot dips, wheel wash etc)
Become competent on all aspects of setting up the farm
Tipping chicks as part of a team.
Become familiar with correct drinker/feeder levels and heights. Adjust as and when required.
Learn and become familiar with bird selection and competent at humanely culling birds
Understand the importance of food rations and opening/closing of the food bins.
Oversee during catching
Using telescopic handler and bucket brush. Lantra training will be provided.
General farm repairs with own skill base
Weekly grass cutting/strimming of the farm grounds
Delivering and collecting farm equipment and veterinary products to other farms
General cleaning duties after contractor cleaners have removed litter and washed down.
Please be aware that this is a 6 day week and weekend work is essential, you will be required to work every other weekend.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
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