Farm Operative

We Are Zenith
📍 Burnopfield, County Durham, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

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

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Job Details

  • Location Burnopfield, County Durham
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category farming-fishing-and-forestry
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 18, 2026