If you’re searching for hands-on farm work in Australia, the Poultry Farm Worker job in Australia at Darwalla Group could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. This role offers steady work, a welcoming multicultural team, and full training for those ready to start a career in the poultry industry. Whether you have prior experience or not, Darwalla provides a supportive environment where reliability, teamwork, and physical fitness are valued above all. Join a trusted Australian family business that has been raising quality chickens for over 90 years.
About Darwalla Group
Darwalla Group is a fourth-generation family-owned company and one of Australia’s most respected poultry producers. Established over 90 years ago in Mt Cotton, the company has since expanded operations across the Redlands, the Darling Downs, and the Lockyer Valley.
Darwalla’s success is built on a simple promise — to produce quality chickens through responsible farming and dedicated people. The company values safety, teamwork, and respect for the environment. Each team member plays a vital role in maintaining high biosecurity and animal welfare standards.
Darwalla’s diverse workforce represents a blend of cultures and skills, and everyone is support through comprehensive training and safety programs. This long-standing family business continues to grow while staying true to its values of care, integrity, and commitment to producing premium poultry for Australian families.
Responsibilities
As a Poultry Farm Worker at Darwalla, your day-to-day tasks will involve hands-on work in modern, well-maintained facilities. Responsibilities include:
- Walking through poultry sheds to monitor bird health and conditions
- Collecting and grading eggs
- Packing eggs safely for transport
- Cleaning and sanitizing sheds and equipment
- Following strict biosecurity procedures at all times
- Wearing provided uniforms and using safety equipment correctly
- Reporting any issues or irregularities to the supervisor
- Assisting team members with daily farm operations
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Adhering to all company and safety guidelines
Requirements
To be eligible for this role, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Hold a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transport
- Be physically fit and capable of doing manual work
- Be willing to work flexible hours across 7 days per week
- Be able to work in rural locations between Warwick and Toowoomba, as well as Killarney and Laidley
- Meet biosecurity and animal welfare standards (cannot keep birds, poultry, or pigs at home)
- Be prepared to use shower-on/shower-off facilities at work
- Possess good English communication skills (written and verbal)
- Have a mature, responsible, and positive attitude
Skills
Successful candidates should demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
- Strong work ethic and self-motivation
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Reliability and punctuality
- Good attention to detail
- Capacity to follow instructions accurately
- Adaptability to dusty, noisy, or smelly environments
- Commitment to maintaining high hygiene and safety standards
Benefits
Working at Darwalla Group offers more than just a paycheck — it’s a chance to join a supportive and established Australian company that values its people. Employees can expect:
- Full on-the-job training (no experience necessary)
- Casual rates with flexible working days
- Supplied uniforms and safety gear
- Hot showers and maintained facilities
- Opportunities for ongoing employment and career progression
- A friendly and multicultural workplace culture
- A safe and well-organized working environment
