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A Poultry Farm Worker assists with the daily tasks required to run a poultry farm. You might have to feed and water poultry and make sure the chickens are in good health. Poultry Farm Workers may have to collect eggs or monitor eggs while they are in an incubator. You’ll ensure cages and hatcheries are clean and you might be tasked with getting poultry or eggs ready for transport.
A Poultry Farm Worker has to perform various physical tasks so it’s important you are up to the demands of the job. You’ll need to be comfortable working with animals and you may also have to operate a range of farm machinery. Your job may involve long hours and you might be required to work outdoors in all sorts of weather conditions.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Poultry Farm Worker.
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The AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture prepares you for a career in agriculture and for immediate work as a farmhand or station worker. Over 12 months you will learn how to work safely on farms and other agricultural worksites — while choosing study electives in crop management, livestock handling, farm machinery operation and maintenance, fencing and pest control. Enquire now for the latest delivery options (on-campus/distance learning) and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 months.
Get qualified as a farm hand (without a work placement) by enrolling in the AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to work safely on a farm — operating a range of machinery (motorbikes, tractors) and carrying out standard jobs (mustering, marking livestock, fencing, weed control). The course takes 9 months to complete and is delivered via a mix of online components, face-to-face, and practical sessions. Enquire now for the next batch intake dates and your eligibility for government funded training..
Get the skills you need to work at a poultry farm with the AHC30516 Certificate III in Poultry Production . This nationally recognised qualification is delivered over 36 months and teaches you how to care for day-old chickens, identify and sex young chicks, incubate eggs, and ensure the welfare of poultry throughout their lifecycle. The course also covers: work health and safety, disinfection and cleaning, quality controls. Enquire now for the full list of study units and your nearest training centre..
In Australia, a full time Poultry Farm Worker generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working as a Poultry Farm Worker has increased slightly in recent years. There are currently 3,200 people working in this role in Australia compared to 2,900 five years ago. Poultry Farm Workers may find work across all regions of Australia but mostly in regional or rural areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To become a Poultry Farm Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Poultry Production. This course explores topics including poultry welfare, caring for day-old chicks, sexing young chicks and incubating eggs. You could also enrol in a Certificate II in Agriculture which allows you to specialise in an area that suits your career plans.
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Here are some potential career pathways within livestock and animal production. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Livestock and Animal Production
Bore Runner
$960 weekly pay
Farmhand
Livestock Transporter
Pen Rider
Piggery Attendant
Poultry Farm Worker
Sheep Shearer
Sheep Shearing Trainer
Station Hand
Wool Classer
Wool Worker
Agribusiness Manager
$1,440 weekly pay
Dairy Farm Manager
Farm Manager
Organic Farmer
Station Manager
Stock and Station Agent
$1,150 weekly pay
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