Senior Poultry Farm Operative - Lead Egg Production

Noble Foods Ltd; Driffield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hot drinks on shift

Service Awards

Enhanced paternity/maternity

Free life insurance

Discounted eggs and chicken

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

Noble Foods Ltd is seeking a Senior Farm Operative to support daily egg-laying poultry farm operations, including flock monitoring, egg collection, and welfare compliance. The role involves hands-on work in poultry houses, equipment maintenance, and data recording to meet production targets.

Candidates should be comfortable on a busy farm, able to lead on-site staff, and contribute to process improvements while upholding high welfare and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a farm environment, on your feet for long periods.
• Works well within a team.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Farm Manager in planning, organising, and coordinating daily and seasonal farm operations.
• Provide informal leadership, guidance, and support to Farm Operatives and seasonal staff.
• Help monitor workflow, production performance, and compliance with welfare, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Act as the senior on-site contact in the Farm Manager’s absence, ensuring tasks continue smoothly and safely.
• Contribute to improvements in processes, efficiency, flock performance, and farm operational standards.
• Assist with daily care of layer hens, monitoring health and welfare, and reporting concerns.

Job description

Noble Foods Ltd is seeking a Senior Farm Operative to support daily egg-laying poultry farm operations, including flock monitoring, egg collection, and welfare compliance. The role involves hands-on work in poultry houses, equipment maintenance, and data recording to meet production targets.

Candidates should be comfortable on a busy farm, able to lead on-site staff, and contribute to process improvements while upholding high welfare and safety standards.