We are recruiting experienced and reliable Farm Operatives to support day‑to‑day poultry operations for a respected client within the agricultural sector. This role is hands-on, autonomous, and vital to maintaining high bird‑welfare and production standards. Key Responsibilities Daily Duties * Manage building security and key control * Follow strict biosecurity, PPE, and food hygiene procedures * Carry out daily flock management for a ~32,000-bird flock with minimal disturbance * Inspect flock at least three times a day, monitoring bird health and welfare * Check feed tracks, water drinkers, and automated shed monitoring systems * Maintain accurate records (temperature, feed, water, egg counts, inspections) and analyse data to identify issues * Collect stray/floor eggs and support ventilation monitoring * Handle birds and remove deceased birds in line with animal‑welfare policy * Operate, monitor, and maintain poultry‑house machinery (e.g., egg belts) * Clean spillages and complete end‑of‑day shed cleaning * Pack and stack daily egg collections following quality standards * Move packed eggs to storage with correct documentation * Unload and organise packaging (2–3 times per week) * Ensure building is properly secured before leaving * Complete any additional general farm duties as required Weekly Duties * Complete weekly records, analyse performance, and report issues * Liaise with external muck‑removal contractors, monitor muck-belts, report mechanical faults, and clean spillages * Complete additional biosecurity cleaning tasks (foot dips, disinfecting points, etc.) * Manage shed rodent stations, including poison checks, replacements, record‑keeping, and data analysis As Required * Replace flock enrichment items * Weigh birds according to flock schedule * Administer vaccinations/medication under direction of Production Manager * Lay down litter/bedding and maintain dry areas * Assist with housing new flocks * Carry out routine house cleaning and manure removal * Clean and maintain machinery used within poultry housing Full in-house training will be provided