Dairy herdsperson

Bertens Holsteins Ltd. based in Olds, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Dairy herdsperson who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Evening, Weekend, Shift and Early Morning. The position of Dairy herdsperson has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: Bertens Holsteins Ltd.
Position: Dairy herdsperson
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.56 to $20.00 hourly (to be negotiated) / 50 to 55 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Olds, AB

Job Description

• The candidate will be in charge of calving.
• The candidate will be in charge of handling animals.
• The candidate will be in charge of monitoring animal health.
• The candidate must ensure that farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed.
• The candidate must keep livestock performance records.
• The candidate must keep track of quality control and production records.
• The candidate must be able to recognise and treat certain livestock health issues.
• The candidate will be expected to keep work records and logs.
• The candidate will be expected to carry out general farm duties.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.

Work site environment

• The type of farm operation is dairy farming.

Work setting

• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with a feeding and watering system, an automated milking system, and a tractor.

Area of specialization

• The candidate should be knowledgeable about dairy cattle.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.

Benefits

• The employer will pay for the candidate’s learning and training.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter
• Letter of recommendation