Farm Worker/Van Driver Urgently required for permanent role in Lancashire.

I have a new permanent opportunity to join a fantastic organisation, this role requires a mobile person willing to drive between multiple farms within the Lancashire areas.

I am hiring for help and support to farms during labour intensive operations and to contribute towards the final product - maximum numbers of high-quality hatching eggs with high hatchability.

In this varied role, you will work as part of the Breeder Service Team, alongside other farm colleagues when vaccinating and transferring the birds to the laying farm. No two days will be the same, as you’ll also be on hand to provide support with chick placement, bird grading and weighing, flock transshipment, egg collecting and sampling when the flock allows.

We’re looking for an individual who can work with minimal supervision and enjoy a ‘hands-on’ role in a farming environment. A keen interest in farming, where animal welfare is of the upmost most importance will mean that you match our values and your passion for learning will ensure that you can continue to acquire new skills.

You’ll also need a Driving Licence (a shared work van is provided).

This role is a 5 from 7 shift pattern, with a sixth day as required by the needs of the business, covering 40 hours a week. Overtime payable at x 1.5 standard rate

£13.17phr - Annual salary of £27,393.00 per annum, for a 40 hour working week and additional pay £10 working day bonus for each day if required to work on one of our contract farms. 

Benefits Package; Pension, Life Assurance, Family Friendly Policies and Learning and Development Opportunities.

The successful applicant will need to attend a formal interview at the client's premises in Carnforth. This role is for immediate start.  Previous employer references are essential and form part of the vetting process before permanent contract will be offered. 

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