Mobile Farm Assistant

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food production business in Sleaford is seeking a Breeder Service Team Member to assist with various poultry farming tasks. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in farming and animal welfare, working hands-on in a dynamic role. The position offers competitive pay of £13.77 per hour, overtime, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Learning and development opportunities

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Comfortable working independently and using initiative.
• Genuine interest in farming and animal welfare.
• Willingness to learn new skills and get involved in practical tasks.
• Full UK driving licence, shared work vehicle provided.

Responsibilities

• Support bird vaccination and transfers to laying farms.
• Assist with chick placement, bird grading and weighing.
• Help with flock transshipment and egg collecting.
• Provide general hands-on support across farming operations.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Interest in farming and animal welfare

Willingness to learn

Job description

Are you curious about the world of poultry farming? Here's your chance to step into a hands-on role where no two days are the same - and where you'll play a key part in producing high-quality hatching eggs.

We're working with a well-established food production business that is expanding its farming support team. They're looking for reliable, practical individuals to assist farms during busy, labour-intensive periods and help drive the highest standards of animal welfare and productivity.

The Role

As a Breeder Service Team Member, you'll work closely with farm teams on a wide range of tasks, including:

• Supporting bird vaccination and transfers to laying farms
• Assisting with chick placement, bird grading and weighing
• Helping with flock transshipment
• Egg collecting and sampling
• General hands-on support across farming operations

This is a varied, active position where you'll develop specialist skills in poultry husbandry and gain valuable experience within a leading agricultural environment.

What We're Looking For

• Someone comfortable working independently and using their initiative
• A genuine interest in farming and animal welfare
• A willingness to learn new skills and get involved in practical, hands-on tasks
• A full UK driving licence (a shared work vehicle is provided)

Hours & Benefits

• 5-day rota across 7 days, with occasional 6th day based on business needs
• 40 hours per week
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Learning and development opportunities
• Life assurance

Salary: £13.77 per hour, overtime paid at x1.5 per hour.

40 hours per week

5/6 days out of 7

S16

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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