POULTRY FARM HAND

JOB TITLE:POULTRY FARM HAND

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

INDUSTRY:AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK

SALARY:KSHS.15,000 + ACCOMMODATION

JOB LOCATION:KIRINYAGA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Feed, water, and monitor poultry daily to ensure optimal health and productivity.
• Clean poultry housing regularly to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Collect, grade, and record egg production data (if layers are present).
• Assist in vaccination and disease control programs for poultry.
• Observe and report any signs of illness or distress in animals promptly.
• Participate in planting, weeding, pruning, irrigating, and harvesting of crops.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides as directed.
• Assist in soil preparation and general field maintenance.
• Supervise casual workers during peak farming periods (planting, harvesting, etc.).
• Ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to expected quality standards.
• Report progress, issues, or irregularities to the Farm Manager promptly.
• Operate and maintain farm tools and simple machinery.
• Carry out general farm maintenance (e.g., fencing, cleaning storage areas).
• Assist in farm record keeping related to livestock and crop production.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in hands-on poultry farming and crop cultivation
• Proven ability to supervise and guide casual workers
• Physically fit, hardworking, and able to work long hours outdoors
• Honest, disciplined, and dependable with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to live on the farm and commit to long-term employment