The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with all areas of production including the feeding and general care of cows maintaining herd health and environment for cows, pressure washing and preparing rooms, as well as, general maintenance, cleaning and clerical duties including but not limited to maintaining door charts, inventory trackers, ordering feed and medication.
Description
Livestock laborer’s assist other farm workers to raise cattle, poultry and other animals, to help carry out feeding, health and breeding programs, to process animal products and to assist in the maintenance and repair of farm equipment and buildings. They are employed on livestock farms.
Job duties
- Feed and tend livestock, poultry and other animals
- Milk animals such as cows and goats, manually or with a machine
- Sort, brand and handle animals
- Maintain or assist in the maintenance of facilities and farm infrastructure including cleaning stables, barns, barnyards and pens
- Assist with breeding activities
- May monitor health of animals and provide care
- May prepare animals for transportation
- May operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
Summary
As a Dairy Farmer, you will be essential in managing daily operations on the farm, focusing on the care and production of dairy cattle. Reporting to the Farm Manager, you will utilize your mechanical knowledge and experience with farm machinery to ensure efficient operations. Your role will involve heavy lifting and maintaining equipment, contributing to the overall productivity of the farm. The organization expects you to uphold high standards of animal welfare and production quality, playing a vital role in the success of our dairy operations.
Benefits:
- Housing allowance