Farm Operative
Location
Burnopfield, County Durham
Job Type
Full-time
Category
farming-fishing-and-forestry
Posted
June 20, 2026
We are recruiting experienced and reliable Farm Operatives to support day‑to‑day poultry operations for a respected client within the agricultural sector. This role is hands-on, autonomous, and vital to maintaining high bird‑welfare and production standards.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
* Manage building security and key control
* Follow strict biosecurity, PPE, and food hygiene procedures
* Carry out daily flock management for a ~32,000-bird flock with minimal disturbance
* Inspect flock at least three times a day, monitoring bird health and welfare
* Check feed tracks, water drinkers, and automated shed monitoring systems
* Maintain accurate records (temperature, feed, water, egg counts, inspections) and analyse data to identify issues
* Collect stray/floor eggs and support ventilation monitoring
* Handle birds and remove deceased birds in line with animal‑welfare policy
* Operate, mon...
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
* Manage building security and key control
* Follow strict biosecurity, PPE, and food hygiene procedures
* Carry out daily flock management for a ~32,000-bird flock with minimal disturbance
* Inspect flock at least three times a day, monitoring bird health and welfare
* Check feed tracks, water drinkers, and automated shed monitoring systems
* Maintain accurate records (temperature, feed, water, egg counts, inspections) and analyse data to identify issues
* Collect stray/floor eggs and support ventilation monitoring
* Handle birds and remove deceased birds in line with animal‑welfare policy
* Operate, mon...