Poultry Shed Hygiene & Manure Operator

Ellerslie Farms; Toowoomba Regional; Presencial; AUD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ellerslie Farms is seeking a reliable team member for the Millmerran, QLD farm to work on a rotating roster ensuring safe operation of manure handling equipment. You will remove manure, assist with shed maintenance, and support biosecurity and animal welfare standards across poultry operations.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, with strong attention to detail, good communication, and a willingness to follow strict biosecurity procedures.

Formación

• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow strict biosecurity and safety procedures.
• Physically fit and capable of manual labour.
• Good communication skills and ability to report issues accurately.
• Experience in poultry or agriculture environments preferred.
• Basic mechanical awareness or equipment handling experience is an advantage.
• Valid HR or HC driver's licence or demonstrated experience.

Responsabilidades

• Remove manure from sheds using designated equipment.
• Clean and maintain shed surrounds by shovelling and sweeping spills after manure removal.
• Inspect manure quality and record findings to the Farm Manager.
• Identify causes of wet manure, including potential health concerns.
• Record leaking drinker nipples with location details.
• Monitor manure belts to ensure tension and operation; report faults promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of manure pits; ensure regular pumping.
• Perform basic maintenance checks on manure trucks; record actions.
• Keep manure truck cabins clean; weekly washing.
• Comply with animal welfare standards when handling birds.
• Report equipment faults to the Farm Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Understand and strictly adhere to quarantine and biosecurity standards.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Biosecurity procedures

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Driver's licence HR/HC

Descripción del empleo

Ellerslie Farms is seeking a reliable team member for the Millmerran, QLD farm to work on a rotating roster ensuring safe operation of manure handling equipment. You will remove manure, assist with shed maintenance, and support biosecurity and animal welfare standards across poultry operations.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, with strong attention to detail, good communication, and a willingness to follow strict biosecurity procedures.