Poultry Breeder Farm Operative – Health & Welfare Focus

Annyallachicks; Methwold; Sur place; GBP 28 101 - 34 346; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Annyalla Chicks in Methwold, Norfolk, is seeking a Farm Operative to support the breeder farm's day-to-day operations. You will work with the Farm Manager and Assistant Farm Manager to uphold bird welfare and farm standards, and help deliver reliable performance across production processes.

You will monitor bird health and welfare, assist with vaccinations and health programmes, manage feeding and biosecurity, keep accurate records, and assist with routine cleaning, maintenance, and safety

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a farm or poultry environment preferred.
• Experience with biosecurity practices is advantageous.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in agriculture.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and SOPs.

Responsabilités

• Ensure high standards of animal welfare are maintained.
• Monitor bird health, behaviour, and condition, reporting concerns promptly.
• Carry out daily checks including feeding, watering, and general wellbeing.
• Assist with vaccination and routine health programmes as required.
• Collect hatching eggs regularly and safely.
• Ensure eggs are clean, stored correctly, and handled with care.
• Maintain accurate records of egg production and quality.
• Administer feed and monitor consumption levels.
• Adjust feeding systems in line with guidance and bird requirements.
• Identify and report any feeding or equipment issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity standards across the site.
• Carry out routine cleaning and disinfection of poultry houses and equipment.
• Ensure equipment is functioning correctly and report faults.
• Follow strict biosecurity procedures to prevent disease spread.
• Control access to poultry areas and adhere to hygiene protocols.
• Use protective clothing and follow site entry/exit procedures.
• Report any abnormalities or issues to the Farm Manager.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Follow all health & safety policies and procedures.
• Use equipment safely and report hazards.
• Ensure a safe working environment for self and others.
• Support catching, moving, or handling birds when required.
• Assist with general farm maintenance tasks.

Connaissances

Bird welfare

Hygiene standards

Record keeping

Health monitoring

Equipment operation

Description du poste

Annyalla Chicks in Methwold, Norfolk, is seeking a Farm Operative to support the breeder farm's day-to-day operations. You will work with the Farm Manager and Assistant Farm Manager to uphold bird welfare and farm standards, and help deliver reliable performance across production processes.

You will monitor bird health and welfare, assist with vaccinations and health programmes, manage feeding and biosecurity, keep accurate records, and assist with routine cleaning, maintenance, and safety