Farm Attendant

Responsibilities:

Bird Care & Feeding:

• Provide feed and clean water according to schedule and ration plan.
• Monitor feed intake and report abnormalities.
• Ensure feeders and drinkers are clean and functioning.

Egg Collection & Handling:

• Collect eggs regularly (2–3 times daily).
• Sort, count, and record egg production.
• Clean and store eggs properly to prevent breakage and contamination.

Health Monitoring:

• Observe birds daily for signs of illness, stress, or injury.
• Isolate sick birds and notify supervisor immediately.
• Assist with vaccination, medication, and vitamin administration as directed.

Housing & Sanitation:

• Clean poultry house, cages, and equipment routinely.
• Remove wet litter, droppings, and maintain dry bedding.
• Disinfect housing areas according to biosecurity protocol.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain daily records of mortality, feed consumption, egg production, medication/vaccination given, and Biosecurity & Safety
• Enforce strict farm biosecurity (footbaths, protective clothing, visitor control).
• Prevent disease introduction and cross-contamination.
• Follow farm safety and animal welfare standards.

Waste Management:

• Properly collect and dispose of poultry droppings.
• Support manure handling for composting/biogas use (if applicable).

Requirements:

• 1 year experience
• Must be agile and hardworking