Class 1 Hatchery Driver

We are continuing to operate, and we are searching for motivated people to join our team. We are looking for a HGV Class 1 Driver to join our hatchery at Shobdon, Herefordshire. Temporary until 28/09/2026, As a Class 1 Driver the purpose of this role is to safely collect and deliver eggs from the breeder farms to the hatchery and deliver chicks to both the company and contract broiler farms working within company and legislative standards. Key responsibilities will include:

• Distribution of eggs from various Breeders Farms to Hatchery
• Deliver chicks to company and contract broiler farms
• Deliver eggs safely to the hatchery.
• Ensure Health and Safety standards are maintained continuously
• Ensure the security of loads at all times - Manual Handling included
• Ensure the correct protective equipment provided is worn as specified
• Working effectively within the time schedules and within company and legislative standards and Work within the Working Time Directive
• To present a professional image of the Company on all farms and to act as Company representative liaising with site manager as required
  
  A valid C+E license + in date CPC and Tacho card
• You must be self - motivated, flexible, committed and reliable
This is a hands on role and involves a number of manual processes including lifting equipment in the region of 20kgs. You will also be required to work independently on farm sites.

Avara Foods supply chicken and turkey to the nation's most popular supermarkets and restaurants. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 6000 people. If you're ready to work in alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today! Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets, Poultry or Porcine. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.


• Hourly pay rate: £18.33 + £1.25 for Unsocial hours ( Between 1800-0600 during weekdays and all-day weekend working )
• Paid weekly
• Opportunities for overtime
• Employee benefits include a competitive pension and access to lifestyle and wellbeing resources
• A safe dynamic working environment
• Training and development opportunities from day one