Full Time Farm Poultry Assistant (Henhouse Assistant) required to join a small friendly team working with six flocks of high welfare laying hens. The farm is nestled in the heart of East Anglia and has been thriving for nearly 100 years across four generations and continues to grow. The farm houses 44,000 high welfare, free-range hens, providing a continuous supply of premium eggs to their dedicated, on farm, egg packing facility. The eggs supply local supermarkets and wholesale customers. The packing takes place in a smart and organised, purpose built, British Lion Quality Assured facility which makes for a lovely working environment.
We are looking for someone who can work within the team providing care and welfare to the hens, collecting eggs and maintaining the farm and henhouse to a clean and organised facility.
Experience with poultry would be preferred although appropriate training will be given on site. The ideal candidate will have an empathy for, and understanding of, the management of livestock including good observational skills, excellent record keeping and a commitment to high welfare.
The role would be as a henhouse operative for 3 – 6 months with the scope to rise to Assistant Poultry Manager after that. Based on 12 days on 2 off initially.
Hours –
Salary:
£28/29,000pa with the view of increasing after probation.
The farm is in a wonderful rural location so the ability to reliably commute is essential.
Principal Tasks will include:
The person will be:
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work in a well established, successful and friendly team. For an enthusiastic and motivated person there is ample chance to learn more and become an integral member of this ever growing, family run business.
To apply or to request further detail, please email Rebecca – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk