Job Description

Overview

We are seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our team at Kilted Farming as Poultry Workers. In this role, you will be responsible for various tasks related to the care and maintenance of poultry, ensuring their health and wellbeing while contributing to the overall productivity of our operations. This position requires attention to detail, and a commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, healthy and safe place to work meeting bio-security standards. Provide daily animal care, including monitoring health and behaviour of poultry and report your findings to Line Manager. Check the development and productivity of the birds at regular intervals. Collate, code and pack eggs ensuring relevant health and safety and hygiene standards are met consistently. High level of attention to detail whilst packing and grading eggs. Monitor egg quality and report any issues to Line Manager. Follow environmental practices at all times. Ensure all equipment is maintained and report any defects immediately Ensure all hen laying equipment meets the system requirements. Gain knowledge of the relevant legislation and codes of practice relating to your job role. Assist with the depletion and restocking of poultry units. Ensure record-keeping is accurate, legible and completed in a timely manner. Carry out other duties in line with your job role e.g. yard cleaning, range maintenance

Requirements

No previous experience is required as full training will be provided. Flexibility is required as working with livestock is not a 9-5 position. Rota shift pattern generally 10 days on, 4 days off. A commitment to maintaining high standards of animal welfare is essential. Have a positive attitude towards work. Have excellent timekeeping and attendance. Have own transport due to rural location.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person