Provide specialized care for livestock and operate farm machinery to support daily production and animal welfare. Perform routine equipment maintenance and follow animal health, safety, and biosecurity procedures.
Number of Positions 3
Main Duties
- Feed, water, and monitor livestock, ensuring appropriate nutrition and comfort levels.
- Observe animals for signs of illness or injury and assist with basic health treatments and record observations.
- Assist with breeding, birthing and neonatal care as required by the operation.
- Operate, inspect and perform routine maintenance on tractors, harvesters and other farm machinery.
- Clean, disinfect and maintain animal housing, pens and associated facilities to meet biosecurity standards.
- Load, unload and move animals and supplies safely, and maintain accurate production and health records.
Requirements
Secondary school diploma or equivalent preferred, or relevant practical experience in agriculture. Previous experience working with livestock and familiarity with standard husbandry practices.
Ability to operate and maintain common farm machinery and perform basic mechanical tasks. Physically capable of performing manual labour outdoors, including lifting, bending and standing for extended periods. Knowledge of animal health indicators and ability to follow treatment plans and biosecurity protocols. Strong attention to safety, ability to follow written procedures and work effectively within a team.
Required Skills
- Animal handling and husbandry
- Operation and basic maintenance of farm machinery
- Mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance
- Record-keeping and basic data entry for production and health logs
- Observation skills for detecting health or behavioural changes in animals
- Clear communication and collaborative teamwork
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Supportive work setting
- Opportunities for growth
- Training support
- Other employer-specific benefits depending on the position and location.