Poultry Production Apprentice

Breckland District Source: WhatJobs

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About Us

Established in 2017, we are a progressive, high-welfare broiler chicken unit operating on a modern site with a capacity of 300,000 birds per flock. We pride ourselves on embracing innovation and continuous improvement. We have heavily invested in state-of-the-art agricultural technology, most notably incorporating advanced AI-powered camera systems to optimize bird management, health, and environmental control. We are a close-knit, dedicated team of four, meaning you will receive hands-on, one-on-one mentorship from experienced professionals who are passionate about the poultry sector.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, hardworking individual looking to kick-start a career in modern agriculture. As a Poultry Production Apprentice, you will learn all aspects of high-standard broiler rearing while earning a nationally recognized qualification.

Daily walk-throughs and health monitoring of the flocks.
Utilizing our cutting-edge AI camera systems and automated environmental controls to monitor bird welfare, temperature, and ventilation.
Assisting with feeding, watering, and maintaining optimal biosecurity and hygiene standards across the houses.
Recording production data, mortality rates, and feed/water consumption.
General farm maintenance and machinery operations as part of a small, versatile team., Comprehensive Training: Gain a formal, industry-recognized qualification while gaining practical, daily experience.
Modern Facilities: Work with the latest ag-tech innovations, including automation and AI-driven management tools.
Supportive Environment: Work directly with an experienced, friendly team of four where your contribution truly matters.
On-Site Accommodation: A clean, comfortable mobile home is available on-site if relocation or independent living is required.
Career Progression: A clear pathway to a full-time permanent stockperson role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
A keen interest in animal husbandry, farming, and modern agricultural technology.
A strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Good attention to detail and observation skills.
A team player who is comfortable working around livestock and machinery.
No prior experience in poultry farming is necessary-full training and structured apprenticeship support will be provided.
Competitive apprenticeship wage (dependent on age and experience)