Farm Assistant

Location: Rascal Moor, York
Salary: £33,200 per annum
Hours: working on a rota across Monday to Sunday
Contract: Permanent, full-time

CDS Labour are recruiting for a reliable and motivated Assistant Farm Manager to join a well-established poultry farming business.

This is a hands‑on position supporting the Farm Manager with the daily running of broiler farms. It offers a great opportunity for someone with poultry, livestock or agricultural experience who would like to develop their farm management skills.

Key responsibilities

Supporting the Farm Manager with daily farm operations

Completing daily husbandry duties and maintaining high bird welfare standards

Monitoring feeding, watering, heating, lighting and ventilation systems

Assisting with vaccinations, bird weighing, catching and collection

Keeping accurate records of birds, feed, treatments, supplies and farm activities

Following strict biosecurity, hygiene and sanitation procedures

Carrying out basic fault‑finding and minor repairs when safe to do so

Maintaining excellent housekeeping across poultry houses, roadways and surrounding areas





Monitoring flock performance and reporting any concerns

Supporting farm security and receiving authorised visitors

Providing alarm and out‑of‑hours cover when required

What were looking for

Previous experience within poultry, livestock, hatchery or farming

A full UK driving licence essential

A strong commitment to animal welfare

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Basic mechanical or technical skills

Understanding of biosecurity and hygiene standards

A versatile, responsible and dependable approach

Willingness to learn and develop within farm management

Important biosecurity requirement
Due to strict biosecurity regulations, applicants must not have any contact or involvement outside work with other birds, including domestic poultry or caged birds.

Why apply?
This is an excellent chance to secure a permanent position with an established agricultural business, receive practical development and build a long-term career within poultry farm management.

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📌 Assistant Farm Manager (New Brunswick)
🏢 CDS Labour (Group UK
📍 New Brunswick