Farm Support Assistant - MOBILE

Staffline; Compton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Full training provided

Job summary

Staffline is recruiting a Farm Assistant (Mobile) to support broiler farms across multiple sites in the UK. You will travel between farms, performing day-to-day poultry care, welfare checks, and cleanliness to maintain high standards in line with company policies.

This role requires a full UK driving licence, 40 hours per week, and a flexible approach to working across locations. Training is provided, and uniform and PPE are supplied.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required due to mobile role.
• Previous agricultural or poultry experience is beneficial but not essential; training provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working across different farm locations.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day care and welfare of poultry, ensuring the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist with farm operations including bird weighing, vaccination, catching, and collection activities.
• Monitor environmental conditions such as ventilation, heating, feed, water, and lighting to promote bird health and performance.
• Maintain accurate records relating to birds, feed, supplies, and farm activities.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, biosecurity, and farm presentation.
• Operate and carry out basic maintenance checks on farm equipment, reporting any faults or repair requirements.
• Follow company procedures, health and safety policies, and environmental practices, including waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
• Work closely with the Farm Manager and wider farm team to support flock performance, continuous improvement, and efficient farm operations.
• Contribute to farm security by monitoring site access and following security procedures.
• Participate in training and development activities to build skills and knowledge in poultry production.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the operation of the farm.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Job description

OU MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE FOR THIS VACANCY

Location:

Various Broiler Farms (Mobile Role)

Hours:

40 hours per week, working any 5 days out of 7

Pay Rate:

£13.27 per hour

Your Time at Work

As a Farm Assistant (Mobile), you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of bird welfare, farm hygiene, and site performance. You will travel to various broiler farms and support day-to-day farm activities to ensure birds are cared for in line with company standards and industry best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day care and welfare of poultry, ensuring the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist with farm operations including bird weighing, vaccination, catching, and collection activities.
• Monitor environmental conditions such as ventilation, heating, feed, water, and lighting to promote bird health and performance.
• Maintain accurate records relating to birds, feed, supplies, and farm activities.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, biosecurity, and farm presentation.
• Operate and carry out basic maintenance checks on farm equipment, reporting any faults or repair requirements.
• Follow company procedures, health and safety policies, and environmental practices, including waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
• Work closely with the Farm Manager and wider farm team to support flock performance, continuous improvement, and efficient farm operations.
• Contribute to farm security by monitoring site access and following security procedures.
• Participate in training and development activities to build skills and knowledge in poultry production.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the operation of the farm.

Our Perfect Worker

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working across different farm locations.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to animal welfare and health & safety standards.
• Previous agricultural or poultry experience is beneficial but not essential as training will be provided.
• Full UK driving licence required due to the mobile nature of the role.

Experience in a similar role required

Key Information and Benefits

• Uniform provided
• PPE provided
• Full training provided

Job Ref:

1DHIRE