Farm Jobs in Canada with Sponsorship — Avonport, NS

Build a Stable Career in Poultry and Egg Production with Permanent Full-Time Work in Avonport, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Poultry Farm Worker
Employer: Merks Poultry Farm Limited
Location: Avonport, NS
Wage: $16.90 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Merks Poultry Farm Limited is hiring Poultry Farm Workers to support daily poultry and egg production operations in Avonport, Nova Scotia. This role is ideal for dependable individuals who are comfortable working in a livestock environment and who understand the importance of consistent daily routines for animal welfare, cleanliness, and production quality. You will help feed and tend birds, monitor flock health, clean barns and pens, and perform general farm duties to keep operations running safely and efficiently. Experience is an asset, but we welcome motivated candidates who are ready to learn and follow farm procedures, including bio-security and sanitation standards.

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required

Experience

• Experience is an asset (poultry, livestock, farm labour, sanitation, or related work)
• Training can be provided for the right candidate

Work Site Environment

• Poultry and egg production environment
• Tasks may involve barn odours, dust, noise, and warm or humid conditions depending on the season and barn areas

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Monitor animal health and behaviour daily, watching for signs of illness, stress, injury, or changes in feed/water intake
• Feed and tend animals according to schedules and farm standards, ensuring birds have consistent access to feed and water
• Clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens to maintain sanitation, reduce disease risk, and support animal welfare
• Perform general farm duties as assigned, including assisting with routine barn tasks and maintaining organized work areas
• Follow farm safety and bio-security procedures to protect flock health, including hygiene routines and controlled movement between areas
• Report health concerns, equipment issues, or unsafe conditions to supervisors promptly

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently once trained and assigned tasks
• Physically demanding work with repetitive tasks and daily routines
• Frequent bending, crouching, and kneeling during cleaning and barn duties
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a production environment with time-sensitive animal care responsibilities

Personal Suitability

• Reliable and punctual with consistent attendance
• Team player who works well with supervisors and coworkers to complete daily routines
• Safety-conscious and willing to follow bio-security rules consistently
• Responsible and attentive to animal welfare and cleanliness standards
• Willingness to learn and take direction, especially regarding barn procedures and sanitation practices
• Steady work pace and ability to stay focused during repetitive tasks

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens
• Permanent residents of Canada
• Temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates (LMIA sponsorship available for qualified applicants)

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website