Poultry Farm Worker in London

Poultry Farm Worker - Multiple Roles Available
Vacancy Reference: 64352 AB

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Do you have a passion for animal welfare and an interest in working within egg production?
Are you someone who takes pride in maintaining exceptionally high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and bird care?
Looking for a hands-on role within poultry farming where you can develop your skills and make a real difference to day-to-day farm operations?
The Job Role:
We are working with an established egg production business, who are seeking reliable and hardworking Poultry Farm Workers to join their team.
This is a hands-on role supporting the daily running of an egg-laying unit, helping to maintain high standards of bird welfare, egg production, hygiene and biosecurity.
The successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring the hens are well cared for, production runs efficiently and eggs are handled and collected to the required quality standards.
Location: Lincolnshire
Salary Package: £14.75 Per Hour - Accommodation to be Discussed at Interview Stage.
You will receive £50 extra for working on a bank holiday.

Working Hours: 4 days on / 4 days off - (6:00am - 6:00pm). Other shift patterns are also available.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out daily checks on laying hens, monitoring their health, behaviour and welfare.
Collecting, monitoring and handling eggs, ensuring they meet the required quality standards.
Monitoring egg collection systems, conveyors and other poultry equipment, reporting any faults.
Checking feed and water systems to ensure hens have consistent access.
Monitoring ventilation, temperature, lighting and environmental conditions within the poultry sheds.
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and biosecurity across the farm.
Identifying and reporting any signs of illness, injury, stress or changes in bird behaviour.
Assisting with routine bird management, including flock movements and placement where required.
Carrying out routine cleaning, disinfection, maintenance and general farm duties.
Maintaining accurate records relating to egg production, bird welfare, mortality and daily checks.
Following farm procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant animal welfare standards.
Supporting the wider farm team to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the unit.
Candidate Requirements:
Previous experience within poultry or egg production.
Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, with a strong understanding of the importance to animal health and welfare.

Practical, hardworking and comfortable undertaking hands-on farm duties.
Good attention to detail, particularly when monitoring bird health and egg quality.
Reliable, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Comfortable working in a farm environment and undertaking physical duties.
Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and bank holidays where required.
A full UK driving licence.
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Please send your CV to; Angel Bains - Recruitment Consultant

*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*
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