Job description
We are looking to employ a full time Farm Assistant Manager.
This is an excellent permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will assist with the daily management of the farm. Key responsibilities include:
* Assist the Farm Manager or the Assistant Farm Manager with the daily tasks of bird inspection during the day and record keeping
* Put down the suitable amount of paper and food using the food trailer and compact tractor.
* Maintain biosecurity measure (foot dips, wheel wash etc)
* Become competent on all aspects of setting up the farm
* Tipping chicks as part of a team.
* Become familiar with correct drinker/feeder levels and heights. Adjust as and when required.
* Learn and become familiar with bird selection and competent at humanely culling birds
* Understand the importance of food rations and opening/closing of the food bins.
* Oversee during catching
* Using telescopic handler and bucket brush. Lantra training will be provided.
* General farm repairs with own skill base
* Weekly grass cutting/strimming of the farm grounds
* Delivering and collecting farm equipment and veterinary products to other farms
* General cleaning duties after contractor cleaners have removed litter and washed down.
Please be aware that this is a 6 day week and weekend work is essential, you will be required to work every other weekend.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person