Job Description -

• Experienced Poultry Farm worker required
• +40hrs per week 5/6 days
• Alternate weekends required
• Salary – £31,000-£38,000 dependant on experience
• Family-owned farm comprising of 32,000 free range laying hens situated in the Leicestershire countryside.
• Potential candidates must be self-motivated, be able to work off their own initiative and will be required to work on their own at times
• Valid Full Driving Licence required
• Candidates will be required to pass Lion passport training after trail period -online module
• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH LIVESTOCK AND GENERAL FARMING

Bird welfare and Egg Production

• Daily care of layer hens, ensuring their health and welfare.
• Monitor birds for signs of illness, injury, or behavioural changes and report concerns to the Farm Manager.
• Support daily egg collection, grading, and recording of production figures.
• Maintain correct lighting, ventilation, and temperature conditions in poultry houses.
• Handle birds safely and in line with welfare regulations and farm policies.

Biosecurity

• Ensure Strict Bio Security protocols, including changing clothing, footwear, and using disinfection areas correctly.
• Ensure poultry houses and surrounding areas meet high cleanliness and welfare standards.

Feed Management:

• Check feed levels daily, report shortages, and support troubleshooting of any feed‑related issues.
• Ensure feeding and drinking systems are functioning correctly and report any faults.

Farm Hygiene and Cleaning:

• Carry out routine cleaning of equipment, walkways, nest boxes, and egg belts.
• Support washout and preparation of poultry houses between flocks.

Record Keeping and Reporting:

• Accurately record egg numbers, floor eggs, mortality, temperatures, and other daily operational data.
• Use manual logs or digital tools in line with farm processes and compliance requirements.
• Assist the Farm Manager by providing clear and timely operational updates and helping prepare information for audits or inspections.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• worked with live stock

Experience:

• Farming: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person