Poultryman

Pay range shown is basic salary and depends on experience. Overtime is additional and at a higher hourly rate.

Business Background:

We are looking for an enthusiastic team member and experienced Poultryman to look after the health and welfare of the birds in our care. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will progress to Assistant Poultry Manager.

We are a friendly, family run, mixed farming business, based in Oxfordshire. We combine the traditional values of mutual respect, personal responsibility and reward for effort and experience, with the use of up-to-date technology and practices in our well-maintained broiler unit. Our intention is that all staff are involved in work across the enterprise to provide variety and interest for employees and business efficiency. A full job description is available on request.

Responsibilities: Working collaboratively alongside the Poultry Manager

· Monitoring and maintaining the health and well-being of the birds

· Maintaining the bio-security and high standards of cleanliness and tidiness across the site

· Reporting and resolving breakdowns, faults on equipment or incidences in a timely manner

· Keeping all equipment, including the alarms, in working order and respond to alarm calls promptly

· Maintaining daily checks and records and submitting data in a timely manner

· Managing feed for the Poultry Unit which includes driving a lorry and collecting wheat

· Supporting other team members as time allows and needs arise with tasks across the farm, for example arable work, so that the needs of the whole enterprise are met

Essential skills and attributes:

· Proven ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently using own initiative

· Evidence of working with poultry, preferably broilers, and an interest in agriculture

· Physically and mentally fit with stamina

· Pay attention to detail

· Comfortable with routine whilst flexible in meeting day to day challenges and keen to learn new skills

· I.T. literate, numerate and able to communicate clearly, concisely, confidently and with respect

The job is available immediately and is suitable for people currently living in the UK.

Clear, polite and concise communication is essential to this role and so fluent English speakers are invited to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £27,040.00-£29,120.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Housing allowance
• On-site parking
• Relocation assistance

Experience:

• broiler: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person