Poultry Farm Operations Assistant

Pilgrim's Europe; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a motivated Farm Support Assistant to join our broiler farming operations across Lincolnshire. This hands-on role helps prepare farms for bird placement and maintains high standards of welfare, biosecurity and cleanliness.

You will travel between farms, support farm teams with weighing, vaccinations, and routine tasks, and participate in training to grow poultry production knowledge. A Full UK driving licence is preferred and full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel to different farm locations across Lincolnshire.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Previous agricultural or poultry experience is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of poultry farms, ensuring high standards of bird welfare, health and safety, and biosecurity at all times.
• Assist with preparing poultry houses for bird placements, including monitoring ventilation, heating, feed, water and lighting systems.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records relating to birds, feed, supplies and farm activities.
• Support operational activities such as bird weighing, vaccinations, catching and collections to ensure efficient flock management.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the farm, keeping buildings, grounds and roadways clean and tidy.
• Monitor farm equipment, report defects and assist with minor repairs where appropriate.
• Ensure all company procedures, hygiene standards and environmental practices are followed, including waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
• Work closely with Farm Managers and farm teams to support flock performance and farm security.
• Participate in training and development activities to build knowledge of poultry production and farm management.
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent the company positively at all times.

Skills

Team player

Independent worker

Willingness to travel

Driving licence

Education

Poultry Passport qualification

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a motivated Farm Support Assistant to join our broiler farming operations across Lincolnshire. This hands-on role helps prepare farms for bird placement and maintains high standards of welfare, biosecurity and cleanliness.

You will travel between farms, support farm teams with weighing, vaccinations, and routine tasks, and participate in training to grow poultry production knowledge. A Full UK driving licence is preferred and full training will be provided.