Poultry Worker
2 weeks ago
Hy-Line South Africa produces the most sustainable layers for the South African market. Hy-Line is committed to an ongoing research program designed to maximize profit potential from each flock and to assure even greater returns in the future. Utilizing one of the world’s most extensive gene pools, Hy-Line researchers employ the latest scientific and statistical methods to pursue genetic breakthroughs in poultry breeding.
**Overview**:
**Key roles and Responsibilities**:
1. Ensure birds have access to food and water.
2. Walk through the house to Identify sick or injured birds.
3. Utilize proper biosecurity standards when entering and exiting houses on layer farms, assist with egg collection.
4. Control temperature and ventilation of houses for ultimate bird comfort.
5. Conduct maintenance on the house and watering/heating system as needed.
6. Control house lighting to meet bird needs.
7. Maintain high standards of animal welfare.
8. Assist with hatching process on hatch days.
9. Assist with general ground maintenance on the farm.
10. Cleaning enclosures
11. Maintaining facilities in good working order
12.Monitoring flock behavior to detect any signs of illness.
13. Keeping detailed records
**Skills**:1. It would be nice if you're able to do basic maintenance work.
**Salary**: R4,950.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belfast, Mpumalanga: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Application Deadline: 2023/10/16
