Job Opportunity: Layer Farm Hand
Location: Bayles, Victoria
Company Overview:
The Pullet Company Pty Ltd is a family-owned poultry business producing eggs and chickens. We operate multiple poultry farms that prioritise animal welfare, biosecurity, food safety, and compliance.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our team as a Layer Farm Hand at our Bayles layer farm. This role involves hands on, day to day work in a commercial egg production environment, with a strong emphasis on bird welfare, shed management, and consistent production standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting regular shed walks to monitor bird health, behaviour, and welfare
* Assisting in all aspects of layer bird husbandry
* Egg collection and handling
* Maintenance and cleaning of poultry sheds and surrounding grounds
* Record keeping and reporting as required
* Assisting with bird movements, loading, and vaccinations where required
* Upholding strict animal welfare, biosecurity, and OH&S standards
* Cleaning duties to maintain a hygienic working environment
* Assisting with general farm maintenance and basic repairs
Requirements:
* Ability to operate farm machinery and equipment (preferred)
* Strong work ethic with good communication skills
* Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and SOPs accurately
* Calm and methodical approach to problem-solving
* Good physical fitness for manual handling and repetitive tasks
* Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
* Mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn
* Comfortable working independently and within a structured farm operation
Work Environment:
This role is based outdoors and inside poultry sheds. The work is physical and routine-based, with exposure to varying weather conditions and farm environments.
Location Consideration:
Bayles is a rural location; therefore, reliable transport is essential.
Benefits:
* Ongoing, stable work at an established layer farm
* Opportunity to build skills and experience in commercial egg production
* Training provided for the right candidate
How to Apply:
If you are looking for a hands-on role working with chickens in a commercial egg production environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest.
Join The Pullet Company and be part of a business producing eggs and chickens with care, consistency, and responsibility.
Please note, due to quarantine restrictions, we are unable to accept applications from those who have pigs and birds at home, come into regular contact with them, OR have anyone living in the same residence work in other poultry or pig operations.