Farm Assistant, Farm Assistant

Pilgrim's Europe; Grantham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe in Grantham is hiring a Farm Assistant to support our broiler farm operations. You will help prepare poultry houses, monitor welfare, feeding, ventilation and records, and travel between farms as needed. No prior experience required; you’ll learn from experienced Farm Managers and gain hands-on skills in modern poultry production.

Hours are 5 days in 7 with an hourly rate of £13.12. The role emphasizes health, welfare, biosecurity, and teamwork as you contribute to flock

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day running of broiler farms.
• Preparing poultry houses for incoming eggs and chicks.
• Monitoring bird welfare, feed, water, ventilation and environmental conditions.
• Assisting with vaccination, weighing, catching and flock management activities.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, biosecurity and farm presentation.
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.
• Keeping accurate farm records.
• Travelling between farms to support operational requirements.
• Learning all aspects of modern poultry production and farm management.
• Following company health & safety, welfare and environmental standards at all times.

Job description

Not Afraid of Hard Work? Start or grow your farming career here .

Hours: Any 5 days in 7 (6 when Required)

Hourly rate: £13.12ph

Location: Grantham

Looking to start or grow a career in agriculture? As a Farm Assistant, you'll play a key role in preparing and maintaining our broiler farm near Grantham, learning directly from experienced Farm Managers and gaining valuable knowledge in modern poultry production. You'll be involved in every stage of the farming cycle, helping to ensure high welfare standards and successful flock performance, while building the skills needed to progress within the industry.

What you will be doing

• Supporting the day-to-day running of broiler farms.
• Preparing poultry houses for incoming eggs and chicks.
• Monitoring bird welfare, feed, water, ventilation and environmental conditions.
• Assisting with vaccination, weighing, catching and flock management activities.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, biosecurity and farm presentation.
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.
• Keeping accurate farm records.
• Travelling between farms to support operational requirements.
• Learning all aspects of modern poultry production and farm management.
• Following company health & safety, welfare and environmental standards at all times.