poultry technician

poultry technician Biggar, Scotland

Glenrath Farms
Full Time Biggar, Scotland 11 - 14.25 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION - Poultry Assistant

Department: Free Range Egg Collection

Location Glenrath Farms (bigger/Broughton site)

Job Summary

Maintain and monitor all aspects of free range egg production in ways that consistently meet organisational requirements

Scope of Job Responsibilities

Responsible for the well-being of hens and maintaining high animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities
1. Monitor and maintain the welfare, health and general wellbeing of the birds according to requirements for production

2. Collate, code and pack eggs in ways that meet the relevant health, safety and hygiene standards at all times. Monitor egg quality; identify issues regarding egg quality and take appropriate action to improve egg quality standards

3. Check the development and productivity of the birds at regular intervals within the limits of your knowledge

4. Identify factors affecting the performance of the birds early and take the appropriate action to improve their living conditions as is expected

5. Monitor the behaviours of the birds, identify any concerns , rectify or report your findings

6. Maintain a clean, healthy and safe place to work

7. Follow environmental practices

8. Ensure all equipment for the laying hen meets the system requirements

9. Routinely maintain equipment within the bounds of your responsibility and report defects which need may need specialised maintenance.

10. Gain knowledge of the relevant legislation and codes of practice relating to your work

11. Assist with the depletion and restocking of poultry units

12. Ensure records are accurate, legible and complete

13. Interpret the production records correctly and communicate your findings.

14. Carry out other reasonable duties within the context of the job and the Glenrath team

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £11.00-£14.25 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability
  • Weekends only

Work Location: One location

poultry technician
Glenrath Farms

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