Farm Attendant – Poultry Care

About the role

The Farm Attendant will support daily poultry operations at Ajeegbe Farms, ensuring the health and productivity of the birds and the quality of egg production.

Key responsibilities

• Provide feed and clean water according to schedule and ration plan; monitor feed intake and report abnormalities.
• Ensure feeders and drinkers are clean and functioning.
• Collect, sort, count and store eggs 2–3 times daily; maintain proper handling to prevent breakage and contamination.
• Observe birds daily for signs of illness, stress or injury; isolate sick birds and notify supervisor.
• Assist with vaccination, medication and vitamin administration as directed.
• Clean poultry houses, cages and equipment; remove wet litter, maintain dry bedding and disinfect according to bio‑security protocol.
• Enforce strict farm biosecurity measures such as footbaths, protective clothing and visitor control.
• Maintain daily records of mortality, feed consumption, egg production, medication/vaccination and bio‑security actions.
• Manage waste by collecting poultry droppings and supporting manure handling for composting or biogas use.
• Follow farm safety and animal welfare standards.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience in poultry farming or a related agricultural role.
• Agile, hardworking and able to perform physical tasks on a farm.