Job description
Duties
Diagnose livestock health issues, Handling animals, Monitor the calving process, Monitoring animal health, Organize tasks to accomplish the work, Supervise milking operations to ensure work is done correctly, Treat livestock health issues, Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures, Negotiate with clients for provision of services, Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Formulate feeding program, Maintain quality control and production records, Hire and train staff, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Perform general farm duties Diagnose livestock health issues, Handling animals, Monitor the calving process, Monitoring animal health, Organize tasks to accomplish the work, Supervise milking operations to ensure work is done correctly, Treat livestock health issues, Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures, Negotiate with clients for provision of services, Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Formulate feeding program, Maintain quality control and production records, Hire and train staff, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Perform general farm duties
Key Responsibilities
- Feed and care for dairy cattle and monitor their general condition
- Assist with milking operations and barn sanitation
- Clean stalls, milking equipment, and feeding areas
- Handle animals safely and support herd management activities
- Move supplies, feed, and farm materials as needed
- Follow hygiene, milk safety, and animal welfare procedures
Job Bank #49850202 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- Education requirement: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
- Experience requirement: 2 years to less than 3 years
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for long periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime when required
- Strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and ability to work outdoors or in farm production environments
Work Environment
- On-site work only; remote work is not available
- Farm environment involving dairy cattle care and milking operations
- Exposure to odors, noise, moisture, and changing temperatures
- Early morning and flexible shifts may be required
- Work may take place in barns, milking parlours, and feeding areas
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage with stable full-time opportunities
- Overtime pay may be available depending on the season and workload
- Health and financial benefits may be offered according to employer policy
- On-the-job training for entry-level farm positions
- Long-term employment opportunities for reliable workers
- Accommodation or transportation support may be available in some positions
Who can apply
- a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit, farm supervisor Philipsen Farm Ltd, farm supervisor Lesher Lane Ent Ltd, farm supervisor D&A Dairies Ltd, farm supervisor Mitch Dunz, Job Bank Sup
You may try your luck even if you are a foreign candidate outside Canada. Some employers are open to international profiles, especially if you have relevant experience or can obtain a work permit.