• Exciting opportunity to work as a Farm Hand (Camden)   

• Casual position starting ASAP

• HEO 2, Step 1, $47.65 per hour plus super

About the Opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Hand to support operations at our Poultry Research Farm based at the Camden campus. This is a labour‑intensive, hands‑on role working directly with poultry. Daily tasks include checking and weighing chickens, cleaning, completing routine observation forms, recording feed intake and body weight if required and supporting general farm activities. Aside from basic animal‑related record keeping, this role involves minimal administrative work.

Your Key Responsibilities

• support the day‑to‑day operations of the poultry farm under supervision

• assist with daily poultry care routines and monitor birds for signs of health issues

• check, weigh, and observe chickens as part of routine flock management

• assist with the handling, cleaning, and storage of farm tools and equipment

• assist with compiling data for reports and help maintain simple records

• follow all health and safety procedures, report hazards promptly, and maintain a clean and safe workspace

About You

• experience working in an animal farm environment; poultry experience highly regarded

• strong work ethic and genuine interest in working with animals

• effective communication skills

• ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• certificate II in a relevant field (desirable but not essential)

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Mari Lewis, Recruitment Consultant Recruitment Operations, by email to [email protected] 

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