Farm Hand
Kelly
Mt Cotton, Qld
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided thorough care by handling vaccines and arranging veterinary services.
- Worked closely with veterinarians to ensure proper health standards were met.
- Reported any suspicious activity to management immediately.
- Communicated regularly with farm owners about the progress of their flocks.
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.
- Cleaned, maintained, and repaired chicken coops and equipment.
- Adhered strictly to biosecurity protocols at all times when working with poultry.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
- Observed behavior of chickens for signs of illness or distress.
- Utilized appropriate protective gear while handling live birds or working around them.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
- Culled diseased or weakened chickens from the flock.
- Followed established protocols for handling sick birds in accordance with regulations.
- Monitored feed levels in coops and replenished when necessary.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Packaged, crated and loaded chickens safely for transport.
