About this role
Farm Poultry Attendant
Position Summary The Farm Pen Worker is responsible for the daily care, maintenance, and monitoring of livestock pens. This role ensures that birds/animals have a clean, safe, and healthy environment, supporting overall farm productivity, animal welfare, and biosecurity standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Animal Care
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Monitor birds/animals daily for health, behavior, and activity level.
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Identify sick or injured animals and report issues immediately.
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Assist with administering feed, water, and supplements as instructed.
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Pen Maintenance
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Clean pens, remove waste, and ensure bedding is properly managed.
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Maintain feeding and watering equipment.
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Ensure pens are dry, well-ventilated, and secure.
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Biosecurity & Safety
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Follow all farm biosecurity protocols (footbath, clothing, PPE).
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Control entry into pens to prevent contamination.
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Follow safety practices when handling animals or equipment.
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Record Keeping
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Document daily mortality, feed consumption, and unusual observations.
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Report inventory changes (feed, bedding, medications).
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General Support
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Assist with vaccination, sorting, loading, or treatment processes.
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Help maintain farm cleanliness and sanitation overall.
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Support other farm workers when needed.
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Skills & Qualifications
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Experience working with animals (preferred but not required).
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Ability to follow directions and adhere to strict hygiene protocols.
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Physically able to lift 30–50 lbs and stand for long periods.
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Comfortable working in warm or humid environments.
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Reliable, punctual, and attentive to detail.
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Experience: 1 year
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Location: Ogun
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Job Field: Agriculture / Agro-Allied
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Salary Range: ₦50,000 - ₦100,000/month