Farm Operative

Gap Personnel; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector is hiring 2 Farm Operatives for their hatchery in Butterwick, Boston. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, reliable, and willing to work early shifts in a supportive and training-oriented environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay rates, opportunities for permanent employment, and involvement in crucial animal welfare tasks.

Benefits

Weekly pay via Gap Personnel

Opportunity for permanent employment

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in agriculture or livestock roles preferred, but not essential.
• Comfortable working early shifts.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the welfare of chickens in the hatchery.
• Accurately counting and tracking chicken livestock.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Good numeracy skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Title: Farm Operative

Pay Rate: GBP12.71 per hour
Overtime: GBP16.94 per hour (after 40 hours per week)

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Shift: 3:00 AM 11:00 AM (Monday to Friday)

Location: Butterwick, Boston, PE22

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting 2 Farm Operatives for a busy poultry hatchery in Butterwick, Boston (PE22).

This role is ideal for early risers who are reliable, detail-focused, and comfortable working in an agricultural environment. You'll play a vital part in supporting animal welfare and ensuring day-to-day hatchery operations run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and ensuring the welfare of chickens in the hatchery

• Accurately counting and tracking chicken livestock

• Maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment

• Following all health, safety, and animal welfare procedures

Ideal Skills and Experience:

• Experience in agriculture, farming, or livestock roles (preferred but not essential)

• Reliable and committed to early shift work

• Good attention to detail and numeracy skills

• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on work

• Able to work both independently and within a small team

Benefits:

• GBP12.71 hourly rate

• GBP16.94 per hour for overtime (after 40 hours/week)

• Weekly pay via Gap Personnel

• Opportunity for permanent employment after a successful trial period

• Full training provided

• Supportive team environment

How to Apply:

If you re looking to join a dedicated team in a key agricultural role, apply now for the Farm Operative position in Butterwick, Boston.

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