Poultry Farm Assistant - Training, Growth & Team Support

Pilgrim's Europe; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Career progression

Supportive team

Leading food company

Competitive package

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking 2 motivated Farm Assistants to join our broiler farming team at Kettlethorpe. The roles include full training with future development opportunities and a focus on bird welfare, farm standards, and production performance.

You will work 40 hours per week across any 5 of 7 days, with some weeks requiring 6 days. The position offers training, progression opportunities, and a competitive hourly rate of £13.12.

Qualifications

• Reliability, flexibility and self-motivation.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Comfortable working in an agricultural environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily care and welfare of birds.
• Monitor farm conditions and report concerns.
• Maintain records for birds, feed and supplies.
• Support weighing, vaccination and bird collection.
• Maintain housekeeping and biosecurity.
• Assist with basic farm maintenance and equipment checks.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives.
• Work with Farm Manager to develop skills and knowledge.
• Ensure security and professional appearance of the farm.

Skills

Poultry farming experience

Bird welfare

Record keeping

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking 2 motivated Farm Assistants to join our broiler farming team at Kettlethorpe. The roles include full training with future development opportunities and a focus on bird welfare, farm standards, and production performance.

You will work 40 hours per week across any 5 of 7 days, with some weeks requiring 6 days. The position offers training, progression opportunities, and a competitive hourly rate of £13.12.