Pavilion Farms is hiring a Farm Hand – Poultry in Carisbrook, Victoria, Australia. This is a full-time opportunity offering AUD $33.50 per hour plus superannuation, with one position available and an immediate start. The successful candidate will work as part of a small farm team at the company’s broiler complex, helping maintain clean, healthy and safe poultry sheds while supporting daily farm operations.
The role involves maintaining litter quality, cleaning drinkers and feeders, assisting with chick placement and bird collection, and preparing sheds between production batches. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in different weather conditions, including dusty shed environments. Previous poultry, livestock or general farm experience is an advantage but not essential, as training will be provided. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia, a current driver’s licence and their own transport.
Job Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Farm Hand – Poultry |
| Employer | Pavilion Farms |
| Location | Carisbrook, Victoria, Australia |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Job Type | Casual/Vacation (as listed on SEEK) |
| Salary | AUD $33.50 per hour plus superannuation |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Start Date | Immediate start |
| Work Location | On-site, poultry farm |
| Experience | Previous farm or poultry experience advantageous but not essential |
| Driving Licence | Current driver’s licence required |
| Transport | Own transport required |
| Work Rights | Full working rights in Australia |
Tasks and Responsibilities
As a Farm Hand at Pavilion Farms, the successful candidate will help maintain poultry sheds and support the daily care and management of broiler chickens. Main duties may include:
- Keep poultry sheds clean, dry and in healthy condition to support bird welfare.
- Maintain good litter quality throughout the sheds.
- Clean drinkers, feeders and surrounding areas.
- Check equipment and shed areas for leaks, spills and other maintenance issues.
- Assist with chick placement and bird pick-up activities.
- Help clean out and prepare poultry sheds between production batches.
- Perform general farm maintenance, including mowing and minor repairs.
- Keep the farm site clean, tidy and well maintained.
- Follow all farm biosecurity procedures and animal welfare requirements.
- Record completed tasks and farm activities accurately using digital applications.
- Work closely with the Farm Manager and other farm team members.
- Support daily farm operations and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Workplace & Professional Requirements
Candidates should be prepared to:
- Work on-site at the poultry farm in Carisbrook, Victoria.
- Start work early and follow the farm’s operational schedule.
- Participate in weekend work rosters.
- Perform physically demanding outdoor tasks in different weather conditions.
- Work in dusty poultry shed environments.
- Follow strict biosecurity and animal welfare procedures.
- Maintain poultry sheds and equipment to required standards.
- Use digital applications to record work activities.
- Work independently and as part of a small farm team.
- Maintain reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Education & Experience
- No specific educational qualification is mentioned in the advertisement.
- Previous poultry, livestock or general farm experience is advantageous but not essential.
- Full training will be provided to suitable candidates.
- A current Australian driver’s licence is required.
- Applicants must have their own reliable transport due to the rural farm location.
- Full working rights in Australia are mandatory.
- Forklift certification is an advantage.
- Previous tractor or agricultural machinery experience is beneficial.
- Candidates must be physically fit and comfortable performing outdoor farm duties.
- Applicants must not keep backyard poultry or pet birds or work for another poultry business while employed.
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Benefits & Work Schedule
- Hourly pay of AUD $33.50 plus superannuation.
- Full-time employment opportunity with one available position.
- Steady, year-round work with an established family-owned agricultural business.
- Full training in animal welfare, biosecurity and poultry shed management.
- Modern poultry sheds and well-maintained equipment.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for internal promotion to Trainee Farm Manager and Farm Manager positions.
- Potential to develop a long-term career in agriculture and poultry farming.
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the original job advertisement on SEEK Australia.
