Poultry Stockperson - Devon

Poultry Stockperson - Devon - £30,000-£32,000 - 40 hours per week

We are recruiting for an experienced Poultry Stockperson to join a modern broiler breeder operation in Devon. This is an opportunity to work within an established team at a well equipped site, with ongoing investment in facilities and farm operations. The role would suit someone with practical poultry experience who takes pride in bird welfare, maintains high production standards and wants to develop their skills within a progressive farming business.

• Carry out daily bird checks and monitor flock health, behaviour and performance
• Maintain high standards of bird welfare, biosecurity and general husbandry
• Monitor production and identify any changes in bird condition or performance
• Carry out routine farm duties, including feeding, egg collection and maintaining clean, well-managed facilities as required
• Maintain accurate records and follow farm procedures and assurance standards
• Identify and report any health, welfare or equipment concerns
• Work closely with the farm management team to maintain efficient day-to-day operations
• Support general farm maintenance and ongoing improvements across the site

An established poultry farming business operating modern, well-maintained facilities with a focus on bird welfare, production standards and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will join an experienced team within a business committed to developing its people and investing in its operations.

• Previous hands-on experience in commercial poultry farming, ideally within broiler breeder production.
• An NVQ Level 3 in poultry production or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of bird welfare, flock health, biosecurity and poultry husbandry.
• Able to monitor bird performance, recognise potential problems and take appropriate action.
• Reliable and practical, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and follow farm procedures.
• Keen to develop professionally and contribute to a well-run, modern poultry operation.

• Salary £30,000 - £32,000 per annum DOE
• 40 hours per week
• Permanent opportunity within an established poultry business
• Modern facilities and equipment
• Support from an experienced farm management team