Poultry Farm Hand - Cawdor

Poultry Farm Worker – Cawdor NSW 

1. Opportunity would be based in Cawdor
2. Full time Opportunity
3. Immediate start 

Cordina Chicken Farms Pty Ltd, part of The Cordina Group are the Australian market leaders in the extremely competitive 'Value Added' or 'Convenience' sector. Our tasty Value-Added range of fresh meal options is quite simply unmatched, which is why we supply the majority of supermarkets in this important retail sector.

About the role:

Reporting to the Poultry Farm Manager, this position is responsible for raising poultry by providing chicks with food, water and shelter while ensuring that they remain healthy and free from disease. 

We are looking for Full time worker in Cawdor NSW who is flexible to cover various shifts and weekend work at our Cawdor NSW area.  

Responsibilities, tasks and duties:

1. Following and maintaining strict biosecurity protocols to prevent the spread of disease.
2. Ensure bird have access to food and water
3. Maintain high standards of animal welfare
4. Cleaning and filling feeders and water containers.
5. Inspects poultry for diseases and removes weak, ill, and dead poultry from flock.
6. Monitor feed, water, illumination, and ventilation systems; and cleans, adjusts, lubricates, and replaces systems parts, using hand tools.
7. Evaluating the condition of chicks to ensure that they are healthy and comfortable.
8. Feeding chickens with specialist diets designed to promote.
9. Ordering feed, vaccines, and other supplies as needed
10. Ensuring compliance with all government regulations related to Poultry Farming growth or prevent disease.
11. Observing the behavior of chicks to detect changes in activity level or feather condition.
12. Keeping records of feed consumption, and health conditions of poultry
13. Comply with company’s policies and procedures. 

To be successful for this role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

1. Previous Poultry Farm hand experience is desirable but not mandatory.  
2. Must be punctual and reliable.
3. Must be able to do manual handling work with a lifting capacity up to 20kg. 
4. Can follow quarantine standards, biosecurity standards and adherence to the prescribed shower procedures.
5. The flexibility in regard to working hours which may include working overtime and weekends.
6. High level of numeracy and literacy skills
7. Person should have own transportation.

If you are ready to further your career with us, apply online today! 

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a Farmhand?

Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?

Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?